Summary

Dr. Bestoso graduated from the Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School of Medicine in 1985. Dr. Bestoso works in La Jolla, CA and 2 other locations and specializes in Nephrology. Dr. Bestoso is affiliated with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 41 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John Thomas Bestoso has 3 locations

Scripps Clinic Medical Group

10666 N Torrey Pines Rd # MS213La Jolla, CA 92037
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Clinic Encinitas

310 Santa Fe Dr Ste 100Encinitas, CA 92024
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNephrology
Accepts New Patients
41 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
La Jolla , CADel Mar , CASan Diego , CALA JOLLA , CA
Med School: UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: New York University Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Thomas Bestoso

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Thomas Bestoso has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Thomas Bestoso has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Stones (Kidney Calculi)
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Bestoso's NPI number is 1295721884.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. John Bestoso accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Bestoso accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Bestoso affiliated with?
Dr. John Bestoso is affiliated with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Bestoso?
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Does Dr. John Bestoso accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Bestoso has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Bestoso speak?
Dr. John Bestoso speaks English.

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