43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hirschberg, Internist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Joel Hirschberg, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hirschberg graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hirschberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirschberg’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirschberg’s office at (760) 340-6660.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hirschberg?
Dr. Joel Hirschberg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hirschberg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Collagen Vascular Disorders, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rancho Mirage/CA community, Dr. Hirschberg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hirschberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: U.C.L.A. Medical Center
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Hirschberg board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Hirschberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hirschberg speak?
Dr. Hirschberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hirschberg treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hirschberg 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. Hirschberg. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0570: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified site without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M05711: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right shoulder without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, 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:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Artery Inflammation
- Vasculitis
- Arteritis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- Vascular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I776: Arteritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Hirschberg perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joel Hirschberg 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hirschberg's office.
Does Dr. Hirschberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Hirschberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-6660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hirschberg accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Hirschberg in Rancho Mirage, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hirschberg's office located?
Dr. Joel Hirschberg's Primary Practice
39950 Vista del Sol
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 340-6660
What is Dr. Hirschberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hirschberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962474650.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirschberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hirschberg
What is Dr. Joel Hirschberg's specialty?
Dr. Hirschberg is a Internist near Rancho Mirage, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Hirschberg to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joel Hirschberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hirschberg is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
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Is Joel Hirschberg accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Hirschberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Hirschberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hirschberg's office at (760) 340-6660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Hirschberg?
Please contact Dr. Hirschberg's office at (760) 340-6660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Hirschberg have?
Dr. Joel Hirschberg is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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