23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khushu, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Shipra Khushu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Khushu graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Khushu is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khushu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khushu’s office at (858) 554-7811.
Where did Dr. Khushu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Nevada | Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
Medical School: Indira Gandhi Med Coll, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India | Gandhi Med College | Indira Gandhi Medical College
Is Dr. Khushu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shipra Khushu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khushu speak?
Dr. Khushu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Khushu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Khushu 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. Khushu. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Khushu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shipra Khushu 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. Khushu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khushu accept my insurance?
Dr. Khushu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-7811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khushu accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Khushu 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khushu's office located?
What is Dr. Khushu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khushu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235118936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khushu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khushu
What is Dr. Shipra Khushu's specialty?
Dr. Khushu 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. Shipra Khushu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khushu is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, 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
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Is Shipra Khushu accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shipra Khushu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shipra Khushu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khushu's office at (858) 554-7811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shipra Khushu?
Please contact Dr. Khushu's office at (858) 554-7811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shipra Khushu have?
Dr. Shipra Khushu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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