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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tutuncu, Rheumatologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tutuncu is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tutuncu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tutuncu’s office at (619) 278-3300.
What languages does Dr. Tutuncu speak?
Dr. Tutuncu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Tutuncu treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Tutuncu 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. Tutuncu. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Other Lupus Condition
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
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:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Also known as:
- Other Forms of Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Unspecified Arthritis
- Arthritis Not Elsewhere Classified
- Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1380: Other specified arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Tutuncu perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tutuncu's office.
Does Dr. Tutuncu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tutuncu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 278-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tutuncu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tutuncu 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tutuncu's office located?
Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu's Primary Practice
501 Washington St Ste 600
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 278-3300
What is Dr. Tutuncu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tutuncu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962435305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tutuncu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tutuncu
What is Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu's specialty?
Dr. Tutuncu is a Rheumatologist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Tutuncu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tutuncu is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Zuhre Tutuncu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zuhre Tutuncu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tutuncu's office at (619) 278-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zuhre Tutuncu?
Please contact Dr. Tutuncu's office at (619) 278-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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