Summary

Dr. Catherine Challender is an internal medicine physician who earned their medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science. They focus on comprehensive adult healthcare, managing both routine and complex medical conditions that affect internal organ systems.

Dr. Challender practices at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego and Ximed Hospitalists in La Jolla, California. They specialize in treating high blood pressure, including urgent cases that require immediate attention. Their expertise also extends to pediatric hypertension management. Challender performs diagnostic imaging such as chest X-rays and utilizes laboratory chemistry panels to evaluate patient health.

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Quick Facts

  • 87 insurance plans accepted
  • Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine & Science
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Catherine Maria Challender has 2 locations

Ximed Hospitalists Inc

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 900La Jolla, CA 92037

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
3.8 
25 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CALyons , COScottsdale , AZUpland , CA
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine & Science Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catherine Maria Challender

  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • Adventist Health - HMO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - PPO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EmblemHealth
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • LifeWise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optima Health - HMO
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Catherine Maria Challender has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine & Science

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Catherine Challender's office located?
Dr. Catherine Challender's office is located at 4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103.

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