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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blount, Family Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Marsha Blount, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Blount graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL. Dr. Blount is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blount’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blount’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Blount go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Blount board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marsha Blount, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blount speak?
Dr. Blount and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blount typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blount diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Blount. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blount typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marsha Blount may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Blount's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blount accept my insurance?
Dr. Blount accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blount accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Blount in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blount's office located?
Dr. Marsha Blount's Primary Practice
5525 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(858) 499-2600
What is Dr. Blount's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blount's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710174693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blount?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blount
What is Dr. Marsha Blount's specialty?
Dr. Blount is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Marsha Blount affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blount is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Marsha Blount accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marsha Blount is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marsha Blount offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blount's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marsha Blount?
Please contact Dr. Blount's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marsha Blount have?
Dr. Marsha Blount is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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