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Dr. Miki Joy, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Joy, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Miki Joy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Joy completed his residency at Comm Hosps Of Indianapolis, Family Medicine. Dr. Joy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joy’s office at (831) 425-7991.

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

    • Residency: Comm Hosps Of Indianapolis, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    Is Dr. Joy board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Miki Joy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Joy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Joy typically treat?

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

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Joy typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Miki Joy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Joy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Joy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 425-7991 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joy accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Joy in Santa Cruz, 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

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Montage Health

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • Unknown

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Joy's office located?

    Dr. Miki Joy's Primary Practice

    615 Ocean St

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    (831) 425-7991

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    Dr. Miki Joy's Practice 2

    1505 Main St

    Watsonville, CA 95076

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    Dr. Miki Joy's Practice 3

    3130 Del Monte Blvd

    Marina, CA 93933

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

    Dr. Joy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134122922.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joy?

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

    What is Dr. Miki Joy's specialty?

    Dr. Joy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Cruz, 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. Miki Joy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Joy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Miki Joy accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Miki Joy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miki Joy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joy's office at (831) 425-7991 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Miki Joy?

    Please contact Dr. Joy's office at (831) 425-7991 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Miki Joy have?

    Dr. Miki Joy is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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