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Dr. Loren Novak, DO

Dr. Loren Novak, DO

Carlsbad, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Novak, Family Medicine Specialist in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Loren Novak, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Novak completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Novak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Novak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Novak’s office at (760) 598-1700.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University California

    Is Dr. Novak board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Novak, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Novak speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Novak treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Novak 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. Novak. 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:

    • 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    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 Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Novak perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Novak 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. Novak. 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:

    • Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
    • Chest Physiotherapy
    • Cupping for Lungs
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent

    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:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Does Dr. Novak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Novak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 598-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Novak accept in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Novak in Carlsbad, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • OptumRx

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Novak's office located?

    Dr. Loren Novak's Primary Practice

    6185 Paseo del Norte Ste 100

    Carlsbad, CA 92011

    (760) 598-1700

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    Dr. Loren Novak's Practice 2

    1926 Via Ctr

    Vista, CA 92081

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    Dr. Loren Novak's Practice 3

    910 Sycamore Ave Ste 220

    Vista, CA 92081

    (760) 598-1700

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

    Dr. Novak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689601270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Novak?

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

    What is Dr. Loren Novak's specialty?

    Dr. Novak is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carlsbad, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Novak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Loren Novak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Novak is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Scripps Green 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Loren Novak accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Novak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loren Novak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (760) 598-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Loren Novak?

    Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (760) 598-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loren Novak have?

    Dr. Loren Novak is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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