22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bellezzo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Joseph Bellezzo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Bellezzo graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSD-Kaiser San Diego. Dr. Bellezzo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bellezzo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bellezzo’s office at (619) 541-3400.
Where did Dr. Bellezzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bellezzo speak?
Dr. Bellezzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bellezzo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bellezzo 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. Bellezzo. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bellezzo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bellezzo 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. Bellezzo. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Bellezzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Bellezzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 541-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bellezzo accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bellezzo 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 Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bellezzo's office located?
What is Dr. Bellezzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bellezzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760450340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bellezzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bellezzo
What is Dr. Joseph Bellezzo's specialty?
Dr. Bellezzo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joseph Bellezzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bellezzo is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Bellezzo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bellezzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Bellezzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bellezzo's office at (619) 541-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bellezzo?
Please contact Dr. Bellezzo's office at (619) 541-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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