3.9
7 · Healthgrades
19
Years Exp.
La Jolla
CA
Internal Medicine
Specialty
With a patient rating of 3.5 out of 5 from 10 reviews, Dr. Afshar has garnered a generally positive reputation among his patients. Many appreciate his thoroughness and expertise, as well as the clean and comfortable office environment provided by his friendly staff. Overall, he has received a high likelihood of recommendation score of 4.3 out of 5, with 83% of patients rating him five stars. Dr. Afshar’s typical office visit costs range from $80 to $250.
Practicing Since
Oct 2006
Gender
Male
Experience
19 years
CA Medical License
#A95089
Practice Type
Group Practice
NPI Number
1023192861Additional Specialties
Additional Practice Locations
10666 N TORREY PINES RD, LA JOLLA, CA 92037 · 858-554-7909
$80
Low
$85
Median
$250
High
A typical office visit with a internal medicine physician in CA costs between $80 and $250, with a median of $85. These figures are based on negotiated office visit rates (CPT 99213–99215) disclosed under the Transparency in Coverage Act.
Actual office visit costs for Dr. Payam Afshar, MD may vary depending on visit complexity, your insurance plan, and coverage details. Contact the provider's office for exact pricing.
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La Jolla Low
$70
La Jolla Typical
$130
La Jolla High
$287
In La Jolla, a typical internal medicine physician visit costs $130, ranging from $70 to $287. This is 53% above the California state median of $85. Based on 16 providers with published pricing data.
Across California, a internal medicine physician visit ranges from $80 to $250 with a median of $85. This is 7% below the national median of $91. Based on 2,792 providers with published pricing data.
There are 54 internal medicine physicians in La Jolla and 5,319 across California on our platform.
Individual negotiated rates for this provider are not yet available.
Overall, patient sentiment towards Dr. Payam Afshar, MD, a gastroenterologist in San Diego, is generally positive. He has received a high likelihood of recommendation score of 4.3 out of 5, with 83% of patients giving him a five-star rating. Many patients appreciate his thoroughness, expertise, and the quality of care provided. The office environment is noted to be clean and comfortable, and the staff is described as friendly and courteous, contributing to a positive patient experience. However, there are some criticisms to consider. A small percentage of patients have reported dissatisfaction, particularly regarding unprofessional behavior and negative experiences during their visits. While specific details on these criticisms are limited, they indicate that experiences can vary. Notably, Dr. Afshar is recognized for his extensive experience in gastroenterology, performing a variety of procedures such as colonoscopies and endoscopies, which may be important for patients seeking specialized care in this field. Overall, potential patients may find Dr. Afshar to be a competent choice, but should remain aware of the mixed reviews regarding patient interactions.
Address
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone
8585547909Other internal medicine physician in CA
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