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Dr. Jamie Switzer, DO

Dr. Jamie Switzer, DO

La Jolla, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Switzer, Family Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Jamie Switzer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Switzer graduated from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO and completed her residency at Delaware Co Mem Hosp, Family Practice. Dr. Switzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Switzer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Switzer’s office at (858) 554-1212.

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

    • Residency: Delaware Co Mem Hosp, Family Practice

    • Medical School: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO | UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara | Primary Care Physician

    Is Dr. Switzer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jamie Switzer, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Switzer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Switzer treat?

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

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Which procedures does Dr. Switzer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jamie Switzer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Switzer's office.

    Does Dr. Switzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Switzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Switzer accept in La Jolla, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Switzer's office located?

    Dr. Jamie Switzer's Primary Practice

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-1212

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    Dr. Jamie Switzer's Practice 2

    555 W C St Ste 102

    San Diego, CA 92101

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    Dr. Jamie Switzer's Practice 3

    6386 Alvarado Ct Ste 101

    San Diego, CA 92120

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

    Dr. Switzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972513000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Switzer?

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

    What is Dr. Jamie Switzer's specialty?

    Dr. Switzer is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Switzer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jamie Switzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Switzer is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Jamie Switzer accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jamie Switzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jamie Switzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office at (858) 554-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jamie Switzer?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office at (858) 554-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jamie Switzer have?

    Dr. Jamie Switzer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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