Summary

Dr. Kenneth Kalunian is a rheumatologist who earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 47 years of experience treating patients with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions, he brings extensive expertise to his practice. Dr. Kalunian speaks English and focuses on helping patients manage complex inflammatory disorders.

He practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. Dr. Kalunian specializes in treating arthritis, lupus, and autoimmune skin conditions. His approach includes comprehensive blood work and coordinating physical therapy to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Kalunian an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 47 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9350 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
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3.1 
47 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
La Jolla , CASAN MARCOS , CASAN MARCOS , CAVista , CA
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth Kalunian

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA - HMO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kenneth Kalunian has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kenneth Kalunian has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Kalunian affiliated with?
Dr. Kenneth Kalunian is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
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