20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guillinta, Cardiologist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Paulo Guillinta, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Guillinta completed his residency at University California. Dr. Guillinta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guillinta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guillinta’s office at (619) 585-4304.
Where did Dr. Guillinta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: University California
What languages does Dr. Guillinta speak?
Dr. Guillinta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Guillinta treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Guillinta 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. Guillinta. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Blood Clot in Heart Artery (No Heart Attack)
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Acute Coronary Thrombosis
- Coronary Thrombosis without MI
- Sudden Artery Blockage
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I240: Acute coronary thrombosis not resulting in myocardial infarction
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Guillinta perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paulo Guillinta may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Guillinta's office.
Does Dr. Guillinta accept my insurance?
Dr. Guillinta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 585-4304 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guillinta accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Guillinta in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Guillinta's office located?
Dr. Paulo Guillinta's Primary Practice
525 Third Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 585-4304
What is Dr. Guillinta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guillinta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881661536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guillinta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guillinta
What is Dr. Paulo Guillinta's specialty?
Dr. Guillinta is a Cardiologist near Chula Vista, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Guillinta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paulo Guillinta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guillinta is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Paulo Guillinta accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paulo Guillinta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paulo Guillinta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guillinta's office at (619) 585-4304 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paulo Guillinta?
Please contact Dr. Guillinta's office at (619) 585-4304 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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