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Dr. Richard Mugol, MD

Dr. Richard Mugol, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

El Cajon, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mugol, Family Medicine Specialist in El Cajon, CA?

    Dr. Richard Mugol, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Mugol graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Mugol is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mugol’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mugol’s office at (858) 499-2715.

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

    • Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Family Medicine | Fairfax Hospital | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Mugol board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mugol, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mugol speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mugol typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mugol 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. Mugol. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mugol typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Mugol may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mugol's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mugol accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mugol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2715 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mugol accept in El Cajon, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mugol's office located?

    Dr. Richard Mugol's Primary Practice

    1240 Broadway

    El Cajon, CA 92021

    (858) 499-2715

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    Dr. Richard Mugol's Practice 2

    8701 Cuyamaca St

    Santee, CA 92071

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

    Dr. Mugol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619937661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mugol?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Mugol's specialty?

    Dr. Mugol is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Cajon, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Richard Mugol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mugol is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Mugol accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mugol is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Mugol offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mugol's office at (858) 499-2715 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Mugol?

    Please contact Dr. Mugol's office at (858) 499-2715 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mugol's office located?

    Dr. Mugol's offices are located in El Cajon, CA and Santee, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Mugol have?

    Dr. Richard Mugol is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.