Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hirshfield, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. David Hirshfield, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hirshfield graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at David Grant Usaf Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hirshfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirshfield’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirshfield’s office at (858) 864-9800.
Where did Dr. Hirshfield go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: David Grant Usaf Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | David Grant Usaf Med Center | David Grant Medical Center at Travis Air Force Base in California | David Grant Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Hirshfield board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Hirshfield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hirshfield speak?
Dr. Hirshfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hirshfield typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hirshfield 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. Hirshfield. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hirshfield typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Hirshfield may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hirshfield's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hirshfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Hirshfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 864-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hirshfield accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Hirshfield 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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hirshfield's office located?
Dr. David Hirshfield's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 864-9800
What is Dr. Hirshfield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hirshfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538127402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirshfield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hirshfield
What is Dr. David Hirshfield's specialty?
Dr. Hirshfield is a Internist near La Jolla, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. David Hirshfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hirshfield is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Hirshfield accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Hirshfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Hirshfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hirshfield's office at (858) 864-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Hirshfield?
Please contact Dr. Hirshfield's office at (858) 864-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Hirshfield have?
Dr. David Hirshfield is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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