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Dr. Eric Yuen, MD

Encinitas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yuen, Internist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Eric Yuen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yuen graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yuen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yuen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yuen’s office at (760) 230-2251.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Ucsd

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | University of Mn Med Sch | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yuen board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Yuen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Yuen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yuen typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Yuen 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. Yuen. 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Stroke
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yuen typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Yuen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yuen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yuen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 230-2251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yuen accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Yuen in Encinitas, 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yuen's office located?

    Dr. Eric Yuen's Primary Practice

    354 Santa Fe Dr

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 230-2251

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    Dr. Eric Yuen's Practice 2

    9888 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Yuen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598765968.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yuen?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Yuen's specialty?

    Dr. Yuen is a Internist near Encinitas, 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. Eric Yuen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yuen is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Eric Yuen accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Yuen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Yuen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yuen's office at (760) 230-2251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Yuen?

    Please contact Dr. Yuen's office at (760) 230-2251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Yuen have?

    Dr. Eric Yuen is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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