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23 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Cardenas, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Cardenas, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office at (619) 245-2360.
Is Dr. Cardenas board certified in Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cardenas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?
Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cardenas treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Cardenas 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. Cardenas. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Mid-pregnancy care
- Second trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Routine pregnancy check-ups
- Standard antenatal care
- Normal pregnancy supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- Positive Pregnancy Test
- Gestational Carrier Pregnancy
- Pregnancy
- Confirmed Pregnancy
- Pregnant Result
- Positive HCG Test
- Surrogate pregnancy
- Gestational surrogacy
- Carrying for others
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive
- Z333: Pregnant state, gestational carrier
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control Implant Check-up
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- Contraceptive implant follow-up
- Nexplanon monitoring
- Subdermal implant check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z3046: Encounter for surveillance of implantable subdermal contraceptive
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fertility Testing
- Infertility
- Infertility testing
- Reproductive health assessment
- Fertility evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3141: Encounter for fertility testing
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Anemia during Late Pregnancy
- Anemia
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Low iron in third trimester
- Late pregnancy anemia
- Blood deficiency during third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
- Birth Control
- IUD
- Intrauterine Device
- Coil
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z975: Presence of (intrauterine) contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Which procedures does Dr. Cardenas perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Cardenas may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cardenas' office.
Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 245-2360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Cardenas 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Michael Cardenas' Primary Practice
7425 Mission Valley Rd
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 245-2360
What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922070242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas
What is Dr. Michael Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Cardenas is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Diego, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Cardenas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Michael Cardenas accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (619) 245-2360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (619) 245-2360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Cardenas have?
Dr. Michael Cardenas is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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