Question 1

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes - Medicare with no HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Cigna PPO and Anthem Blue Cross PPO are accepted. 
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Not accepted - No HMO, Medi-cal, Molina, Community Health Group, Workers Comp, Sharp, No IPA.

Question 2

Are integrative services covered by insurance?

Accepted Answer

Some conventional medical services may be covered, while certain integrative therapies may not. Please contact the office for details regarding your specific plan and services.
Many integrative therapies — such as herbal medicine, visceral therapy, and bio-regulatory therapy — fall outside the scope of what conventional insurance plans cover. These services reflect a deeper, more personalized level of care that goes beyond a standard office visit. Patients who invest in this approach often find it addresses root causes rather than managing symptoms indefinitely.

Question 3

Does Dr. Pratha still practice conventional gastroenterology?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dr. Pratha is a board-certified gastroenterologist with decades of experience in conventional GI medicine, including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy procedures performed at Scripps Hospital.

Question 4

How much do consultations and treatments cost?

Accepted Answer

Please call the office to discuss these details further.

Question 5

Where is the practice located and is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The practice is located at 3330 Third Ave, Suite 304, San Diego, CA 92103. Plenty of free parking is available onsite.

Question 6

What are the office hours?

Accepted Answer

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 9am–5pm. Thursday: Closed.

Question 7

What is the best way to contact the office?

Accepted Answer

You can call 619-260-1012, send a message through the contact form on this website, or email office@integrativegisd.com.

Question 8

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

To help us provide you with the most personalized and efficient care, we ask that all new and returning patients complete the necessary forms prior to their appointment. If you have any prior lab work, list of current medications and supplements, medical history summary, and insurance card if applicable, please bring them to the appointment and find the Patient Forms page for more information.

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