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Dr. Josefina Trausch, MD

Dr. Josefina Trausch, MD

Chula Vista, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Trausch, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Josefina Trausch, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Trausch completed her residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Trausch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trausch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trausch’s office at (619) 502-7300.

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

    • Fellowship: Sharp Memorial Hospital

    • Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Trausch board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Josefina Trausch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1993

    What languages does Dr. Trausch speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Trausch treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Trausch 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. Trausch. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Cataract
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Which procedures does Dr. Trausch perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Josefina Trausch may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Trausch's office.

    Does Dr. Trausch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Trausch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 502-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Trausch accept in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Trausch in Chula Vista, 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

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Trausch's office located?

    Dr. Josefina Trausch's Primary Practice

    971 Lane Ave

    Chula Vista, CA 91914

    (619) 502-7300

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

    Dr. Trausch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295764421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trausch?

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

    What is Dr. Josefina Trausch's specialty?

    Dr. Trausch is a Internist near Chula Vista, 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. Trausch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Josefina Trausch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Trausch is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Josefina Trausch accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Josefina Trausch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josefina Trausch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Trausch's office at (619) 502-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josefina Trausch?

    Please contact Dr. Trausch's office at (619) 502-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Josefina Trausch have?

    Dr. Josefina Trausch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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