Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Covner, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bruce Covner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Covner graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Covner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Covner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Covner’s office at (858) 202-0011.
Where did Dr. Covner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Covner board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Covner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Covner speak?
Dr. Covner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Covner typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Covner 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. Covner. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Covner typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Covner may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Covner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Covner accept my insurance?
Dr. Covner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 202-0011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Covner accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Covner in La Jolla, 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Covner's office located?
Dr. Bruce Covner's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 355
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 202-0011
What is Dr. Covner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Covner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720072192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Covner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Covner
What is Dr. Bruce Covner's specialty?
Dr. Covner is a Internist near La Jolla, 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. Bruce Covner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Covner is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Bruce Covner accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Covner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Covner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Covner's office at (858) 202-0011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Covner?
Please contact Dr. Covner's office at (858) 202-0011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Covner have?
Dr. Bruce Covner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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