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Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis, MD

San Diego, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abesamis, Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Abesamis graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Jamaica Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abesamis is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abesamis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abesamis’s office at (619) 229-5075.

    Where did Dr. Abesamis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jamaica Hosp, Internal Medicine | Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Davao Med Sch Fndn- Davao City- Davao Del Sur- Philippines | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Abesamis board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abesamis speak?

    Dr. Abesamis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Abesamis treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Abesamis 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. Abesamis. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Abesamis perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abesamis' office.

    Does Dr. Abesamis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abesamis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 229-5075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abesamis accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Abesamis in San Diego, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of California

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abesamis' office located?

    Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis' Primary Practice

    6386 Alvarado Ct Ste 310

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 229-5075

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    Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis' Practice 2

    6655 Alvarado Rd

    San Diego, CA 92120

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    Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis' Practice 3

    1615 Sweetwater Rd Ste D

    National City, CA 91950

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    What is Dr. Abesamis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abesamis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992754832.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abesamis?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abesamis

    What is Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis's specialty?

    Dr. Abesamis is a Internist near San Diego, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Abesamis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abesamis is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Wilfredo Abesamis accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abesamis's office at (619) 229-5075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wilfredo Abesamis?

    Please contact Dr. Abesamis's office at (619) 229-5075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis have?

    Dr. Wilfredo Abesamis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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