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Dr. Stephen Poses, MD

Carlsbad, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poses, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Stephen Poses, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Poses graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine. Dr. Poses is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poses’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poses’s office at (760) 230-6043.

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

    • Residency: Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Poses board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Poses, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Poses speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Poses treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poses 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. Poses. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke complications
    • Stroke after-effects
    • Residual problems from brain infarction
    • Ischemic stroke sequelae
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart disease, unspecified

    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:

    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5084: End stage heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does Dr. Poses perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poses performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Poses. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Poses accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poses accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 230-6043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poses accept in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Poses in Carlsbad, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • FirstMerit Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Poses' office located?

    Dr. Stephen Poses' Primary Practice

    5055 Avenida Encinas Ste 100

    Carlsbad, CA 92008

    (760) 230-6043

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

    Dr. Poses's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467461418.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poses?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Poses's specialty?

    Dr. Poses is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Carlsbad, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Poses to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Poses affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poses is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Stephen Poses accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Poses is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Poses offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poses's office at (760) 230-6043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Poses?

    Please contact Dr. Poses's office at (760) 230-6043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Poses have?

    Dr. Stephen Poses is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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