
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zane, Family Medicine Specialist in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Russell Zane, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Zane graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Zane is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zane’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zane’s office at (760) 827-7210.
Where did Dr. Zane go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine | Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Zane board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Russell Zane, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zane speak?
Dr. Zane and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zane typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zane 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. Zane. 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:
- 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zane typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zane 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. Zane. 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:
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal
- Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
- Shave biopsy
- Skin tag removal
- Mole shave removal
- Epidermal lesion excision
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11300: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Hormone Pellet Implantation
- Birth Control
- Hormone Replacement Pellets
- Estradiol Pellet Insertion
- Testosterone Pellet Insertion
- Bioidentical Hormone Pellets
CPT Codes:
- 11980: Subcutaneous hormone pellet implantation (implantation of estradiol and/or testosterone pellets beneath the skin)
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
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
Does Dr. Zane accept my insurance?
Dr. Zane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 827-7210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zane accept in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Zane in Carlsbad, 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zane's office located?
What is Dr. Zane's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134133242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zane?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zane
What is Dr. Russell Zane's specialty?
Dr. Zane is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carlsbad, 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. Russell Zane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zane is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, 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
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Is Russell Zane accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Zane is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Zane offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zane's office at (760) 827-7210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Zane?
Please contact Dr. Zane's office at (760) 827-7210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Zane have?
Dr. Russell Zane is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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