16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Kareh, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Robert El-Kareh, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. El-Kareh graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. El-Kareh is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Kareh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Kareh’s office at (619) 471-9186.
Where did Dr. El-Kareh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine | Brown University, School of Medicine, Providence, RI | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Hospitalist | Associate Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. El-Kareh board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Robert El-Kareh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El-Kareh speak?
Dr. El-Kareh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. El-Kareh typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. El-Kareh 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. El-Kareh. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. El-Kareh typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert El-Kareh may include:
Please contact Dr. El-Kareh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El-Kareh accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Kareh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-9186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Kareh accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. El-Kareh in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El-Kareh's office located?
Dr. Robert El-Kareh's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 471-9186
What is Dr. El-Kareh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Kareh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497944656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Kareh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Kareh
What is Dr. Robert El-Kareh's specialty?
Dr. El-Kareh is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Robert El-Kareh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Kareh is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert El-Kareh accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
No, Dr. Robert El-Kareh is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert El-Kareh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Kareh's office at (619) 471-9186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert El-Kareh?
Please contact Dr. El-Kareh's office at (619) 471-9186 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert El-Kareh have?
Dr. Robert El-Kareh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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