46 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Romero, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jairo Romero, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Romero graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL. Dr. Romero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romero’s office at (858) 249-2500.
Where did Dr. Romero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL | Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL | Primary Care Physician | Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Romero board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jairo Romero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Romero speak?
Dr. Romero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Romero typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Romero typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jairo Romero may include:
Please contact Dr. Romero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Romero accept my insurance?
Dr. Romero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 249-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romero accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Romero in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Romero's office located?
What is Dr. Romero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841258886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romero
What is Dr. Jairo Romero's specialty?
Dr. Romero is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jairo Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Romero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Jairo Romero accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
No, Dr. Jairo Romero is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jairo Romero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (858) 249-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jairo Romero?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (858) 249-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jairo Romero have?
Dr. Jairo Romero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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