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Dr. Thomas Diggs, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diggs, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Diggs, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Diggs graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Cardiovascular Diseases Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine. Dr. Diggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diggs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diggs’s office at (619) 297-0014.

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

    • Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Cardiovascular Diseases Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Diggs board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Diggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Diggs speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Diggs treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Diggs 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. Diggs. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    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

    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:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Which procedures does Dr. Diggs perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Diggs may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diggs' office.

    Does Dr. Diggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 297-0014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diggs accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Diggs in San Diego, 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

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Diggs' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Diggs' Primary Practice

    501 Washington St Ste 512

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 297-0014

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    Dr. Thomas Diggs' Practice 2

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Thomas Diggs' Practice 3

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Diggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962418889.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diggs?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Diggs's specialty?

    Dr. Diggs is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Diggs to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Diggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diggs is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Thomas Diggs accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Diggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Diggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diggs's office at (619) 297-0014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Diggs?

    Please contact Dr. Diggs's office at (619) 297-0014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Diggs have?

    Dr. Thomas Diggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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