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Payam Afshar, M.D.

Internal Medicine Physician

NPI: 1023192861

3.9

7 · Healthgrades

19

Years Exp.

La Jolla

CA

Internal Medicine

Specialty

About

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

1023192861

Additional Specialties

Internal Medicine

Additional Practice Locations

10666 N TORREY PINES RD, LA JOLLA, CA 92037 · 858-554-7909

Avg. Self-Pay Rate

$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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Local Market

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.

See full internal medicine physician cost breakdown in California
Patient Reviews

3.9

7 reviews

Healthgrades

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.

Location

Address

10666 N TORREY PINES RD

La Jolla, CA 92037

Phone

8585547909
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