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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tantisira, Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lalita Tantisira, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Tantisira graduated from Siriraj Hosp University and completed her residency at U Hawaii. Dr. Tantisira is fluent in English, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tantisira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tantisira’s office at (617) 983-7280.
Where did Dr. Tantisira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: U Mass Mc | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Residency: U Hawaii
Medical School: Mahidol Univ-Siriraj Hosp- Fac Of Med- Bangkok- Thailand | Mahidol University- Ramathibodi Hospital / Faculty of Medicine | Siriraj Hosp University
Is Dr. Tantisira board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Lalita Tantisira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tantisira speak?
Dr. Tantisira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Thai
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Tantisira typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Tantisira 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. Tantisira. 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Class 1 Obesity
- Class 2 Obesity
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- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Tantisira typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lalita Tantisira may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Tantisira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tantisira accept my insurance?
Dr. Tantisira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 983-7280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tantisira accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tantisira in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tantisira's office located?
Dr. Lalita Tantisira's Primary Practice
12395 El Camino Real Ste 112
San Diego, CA 92130
(617) 983-7280
What is Dr. Tantisira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tantisira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508874298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tantisira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tantisira
What is Dr. Lalita Tantisira's specialty?
Dr. Tantisira is a Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Lalita Tantisira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tantisira is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lalita Tantisira accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lalita Tantisira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lalita Tantisira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tantisira's office at (617) 983-7280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lalita Tantisira?
Please contact Dr. Tantisira's office at (617) 983-7280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lalita Tantisira have?
Dr. Lalita Tantisira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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