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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hilty, Internist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Stephen Hilty, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hilty graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hilty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hilty’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hilty’s office at (805) 543-8310.
Where did Dr. Hilty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Is Dr. Hilty board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Hilty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hilty speak?
Dr. Hilty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hilty typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hilty 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. Hilty. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hilty typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hilty 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. Hilty. 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:
- 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. Hilty accept my insurance?
Dr. Hilty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 543-8310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hilty accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Hilty in San Luis Obispo, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hilty's office located?
Dr. Stephen Hilty's Primary Practice
148 Casa St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 543-8310
What is Dr. Hilty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hilty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205839818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hilty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hilty
What is Dr. Stephen Hilty's specialty?
Dr. Hilty is a Internist near San Luis Obispo, 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. Stephen Hilty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hilty is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Stephen Hilty accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Hilty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Hilty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hilty's office at (805) 543-8310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Hilty?
Please contact Dr. Hilty's office at (805) 543-8310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Hilty have?
Dr. Stephen Hilty is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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