31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Issa, Hospitalist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. John Issa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Issa completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Issa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Issa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Issa’s office at (562) 491-9883.
Where did Dr. Issa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Issa board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. John Issa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Issa speak?
Dr. Issa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Issa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Issa 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. Issa. 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Ischemic Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Sudden Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I249: Acute ischemic heart disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Issa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Issa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Issa. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Issa accept my insurance?
Dr. Issa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 491-9883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Issa accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Issa in Long Beach, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Seaside Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Issa's office located?
Dr. John Issa's Primary Practice
5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 500
Long Beach, CA 90804
(562) 491-9883
What is Dr. Issa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Issa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043233976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Issa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Issa
What is Dr. John Issa's specialty?
Dr. Issa is a Hospitalist near Long Beach, 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. John Issa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Issa is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center 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 John Issa accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Issa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Issa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Issa's office at (562) 491-9883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Issa?
Please contact Dr. Issa's office at (562) 491-9883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Issa have?
Dr. John Issa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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