18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mafong, Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Derek Mafong, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mafong completed his residency at Western Reserve Case System. Dr. Mafong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mafong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mafong’s office at (619) 543-5840.
Where did Dr. Mafong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California At San Diego
Residency: Western Reserve Case System
Is Dr. Mafong board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Derek Mafong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mafong speak?
Dr. Mafong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Mafong typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Mafong 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. Mafong. 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 here.
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:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Mafong typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Mafong may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Mafong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mafong accept my insurance?
Dr. Mafong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mafong accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mafong 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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mafong's office located?
Dr. Derek Mafong's Primary Practice
3851 Shaw Ridge Rd
San Diego, CA 92130
(619) 543-5840
What is Dr. Mafong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mafong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699781633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mafong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mafong
What is Dr. Derek Mafong's specialty?
Dr. Mafong is a Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Derek Mafong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mafong is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Mafong accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Mafong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Mafong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mafong's office at (619) 543-5840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Mafong?
Please contact Dr. Mafong's office at (619) 543-5840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Mafong have?
Dr. Derek Mafong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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