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Dr. Gerardo Guba, MD

Dr. Gerardo Guba, MD

Carson, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guba, Family Medicine Specialist in Carson, CA?

    Dr. Gerardo Guba, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Guba graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Dr. Guba is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guba’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guba’s office at (310) 233-3202.

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

    • Fellowship: Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital

    • Residency: Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital | Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Guba board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerardo Guba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guba speak?

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

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Guba treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guba 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. Guba. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Low Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Knee Ache
    • Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25569: Pain in unspecified knee

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Guba perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerardo Guba may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Guba's office.

    Does Dr. Guba accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 233-3202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guba accept in Carson, CA?

    Dr. Guba in Carson, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Guba's office located?

    Dr. Gerardo Guba's Primary Practice

    824 E Carson St Ste 104

    Carson, CA 90745

    (310) 233-3202

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    Dr. Gerardo Guba's Practice 2

    301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 300

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. Gerardo Guba's Practice 3

    3500 Lomita Blvd Ste 203

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 534-8164

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

    Dr. Guba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164402632.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guba?

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

    What is Dr. Gerardo Guba's specialty?

    Dr. Guba is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carson, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Guba to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerardo Guba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guba is affiliated with Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Gerardo Guba accepting new patients in Carson, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerardo Guba is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerardo Guba offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guba's office at (310) 233-3202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerardo Guba?

    Please contact Dr. Guba's office at (310) 233-3202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerardo Guba have?

    Dr. Gerardo Guba is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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