Summary

Dr. Veena Prabhakar is a family medicine and psychiatry specialist who brings 28 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed her residency training at Griffin Hospital. Dr. Prabhakar speaks English and provides comprehensive care that bridges both physical and mental health needs for her patients.

Dr. Prabhakar practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, including San Diego, Escondido, and Poway. She specializes in managing cholesterol disorders in children and teens, as well as treating various lipid conditions. Her services include administering flu vaccines and pneumococcal vaccines for disease prevention. Patients rate Dr. Prabhakar 4.4 out of 5 stars for her compassionate and thorough approach to care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 28 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Griffin Hospital
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Veena A Prabhakar has 3 locations

Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo

16899 W Bernardo Dr Ste 101San Diego, CA 92127

Palomar Medical Center

2185 Citracado PkwyEscondido, CA 92029

Palomar Medical Center

15615 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

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Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Veena A Prabhakar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • 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
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Veena A Prabhakar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Veena A Prabhakar has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Veena A Prabhakar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Griffin Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Prabhakar's NPI number is 1902874761.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Veena Prabhakar accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Veena Prabhakar speak?
Dr. Veena Prabhakar speaks English.
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Dr. Veena Prabhakar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Veena Prabhakar's office located?
Dr. Veena Prabhakar's office is located at 16899 W Bernardo Dr Ste 101, San Diego, CA, 92127.
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