26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lodhi, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Saima Lodhi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Lodhi completed her residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lodhi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lodhi’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lodhi’s office at (619) 278-3300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lodhi?
Dr. Saima Lodhi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lodhi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, Travel Medicine, Women's Health, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Lodhi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lodhi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine | Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Lodhi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Saima Lodhi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lodhi speak?
Dr. Lodhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lodhi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lodhi 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. Lodhi. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lodhi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Saima Lodhi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lodhi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lodhi accept my insurance?
Dr. Lodhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 278-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lodhi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lodhi 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
Allstate Corporation
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lodhi's office located?
Dr. Saima Lodhi's Primary Practice
4020 5th Ave Ste 401
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 278-3300
What is Dr. Lodhi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lodhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215963590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lodhi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lodhi
What is Dr. Saima Lodhi's specialty?
Dr. Lodhi is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Saima Lodhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lodhi is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Saima Lodhi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Saima Lodhi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saima Lodhi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lodhi's office at (619) 278-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saima Lodhi?
Please contact Dr. Lodhi's office at (619) 278-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saima Lodhi have?
Dr. Saima Lodhi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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