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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mara, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Mara graduated from Southwestern Univ College Of Medicine and completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mara is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mara’s office at (619) 475-5411.
Where did Dr. Mara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Southwestern Univ College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mara speak?
Dr. Mara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mara typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mara 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. Mara. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunodeficiency
- Immune System Problems
- Weakened Immune System
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8481: Immunodeficiency due to conditions classified elsewhere
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mara typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara 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. Mara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mara accept my insurance?
Dr. Mara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 475-5411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mara accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mara in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mara's office located?
Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara's Primary Practice
2939 Alta View Dr Ste J
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 475-5411
What is Dr. Mara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376515924.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mara
What is Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara's specialty?
Dr. Mara is a Internist near San Diego, 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. Maria Lourdes Mara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mara is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maria Lourdes Mara accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Lourdes Mara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mara's office at (619) 475-5411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Lourdes Mara?
Please contact Dr. Mara's office at (619) 475-5411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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