Summary

Dr. Rio Dickens-Celestin is an internal medicine physician with 25 years of experience caring for adult patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed her residency in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Dickens-Celestin is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Dickens-Celestin practices at Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with Emory Healthcare. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hyperlipidemia, and caring for patients with chronic kidney disease. Her practice includes physical therapy coordination, strength training guidance, and depression screening services. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 25 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

3811 Valley Centre DrSan Diego, CA 92130
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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San Diego , CABeverly Hills , CAKaty , TXDiamond Bar , CA
Med School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rio Dickens-Celestin

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Rio Dickens-Celestin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Rio Dickens-Celestin has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Rio Dickens-Celestin holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh in 2001 and University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Rio Dickens-Celestin's NPI number is 1033210984.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rio Dickens-Celestin accept my insurance?
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Where is Rio Dickens-Celestin's office located?
Rio Dickens-Celestin's office is located at 3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA, 92130.
Does Rio Dickens-Celestin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Rio Dickens-Celestin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Rio Dickens-Celestin affiliated with?
Rio Dickens-Celestin is affiliated with Emory Healthcare.

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