25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Halim, Family Medicine Specialist in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Neil Halim, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Halim completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Family Medicine; Kaiser Fndn Hosp-Los Angeles, Internal Medicine. Dr. Halim is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Halim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Halim’s office at (318) 675-1313.
Where did Dr. Halim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Family Medicine; Kaiser Fndn Hosp-Los Angeles, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Halim board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Neil Halim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Halim speak?
Dr. Halim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Halim typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Halim 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. Halim. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Halim typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Halim 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. Halim. 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:
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Skin Conditions
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Dermal Lesion Shave
CPT Codes:
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Halim accept my insurance?
Dr. Halim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 675-1313 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Halim accept in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Halim in San Marcos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Physicians Data Trust
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Halim's office located?
Dr. Neil Halim's Primary Practice
1030 La Bonita Dr Ste 316
San Marcos, CA 92078
(318) 675-1313
What is Dr. Halim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Halim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689623548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Halim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Halim
What is Dr. Neil Halim's specialty?
Dr. Halim is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Marcos, 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. Neil Halim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Halim is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Christus St. Michael Health System 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
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Is Neil Halim accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Neil Halim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Halim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Halim's office at (318) 675-1313 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Halim?
Please contact Dr. Halim's office at (318) 675-1313 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Halim have?
Dr. Neil Halim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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