Frequently Asked Questions
I saw Dr. Mashayekhi before, at Palomar Health Medical Group (PHMG)/Arch Health, what do I need to know?
Due to circumstances beyond my control, I will be leaving Palomar Health Medical Group (PHMG) effective April 12 th, 2024. Due to this news, I will be starting my own medical practice in San Diego, Dr. PM Sleep and Wellness Medical Center. To ensure the continuity of your care, I will be providing both Sleep Medicine and Weight Management services. I will continue to offer virtual visits and in-person visits starting May 1st at 3 locations.
How to re-establish care with Dr. Mashay ?
After March 25th, you can re-establish care as a new patient with her at Dr. PM Sleep and Wellness by completing new patient forms online or calling us for assistance. You can visit us online or call us at (858) 240-0722. We look forward to seeing you in our new clinic, continuing to strive for excellence, and provide you with the highest level of personalized care.
The practice will accept most insurance carriers and remain an in-network provider for Palomar Health/Sharp Community Health Group. If you have an HMO plan, you will need to get a new referral and authorization. Please request this from your PCP/referring provider after April 15th.
I am worried about not having my medication refills, what do I do?
Not to worry…you will be able to reach us as the phone lines will transfer after April 12th and Dr. Mashay will accomodate for medication refills when appropriate. You can ask your PCP if they are willing to give you medication refills until you are able to see her or another specialist. For Weight Management patients referred by Dr. Hanna, please return to Dr. Karen Hanna for a new referral back to see me or she can redirect to PHMG endocrinologist, Dr. Sadaf Farasat.
How to obtain PHMG medical records for your future appointment with Dr. Mashay?
Where are Dr. Mashay's new locations ?
Dr. PM Sleep and Wellness Locations:
- 1711 E Valley Pkwy, Unit 110 Escondido, CA 92027 – In-person on Tuesdays ONLY
- 12395 El Camino Real, Suite 209 San Diego, CA 92130 – In-person on Wednesdays and Thursdays
- 3230 Waring Court, Suite C Oceanside, CA 92056 – In-person ONLY the first Wednesday of the month (until later this year)
What to do if you have an appointment with Dr. Mashay at Palomar Health Medical Group?
Our team will be available to transfer currently scheduled appointments and schedule new appointments at one of our new locations. After April 15th, please call (858) 224-1866 to confirm your appointment and discuss the transition process.
Do you take my insurance?
What is Sleep Medicine?
Sleep Medicine physicians specialize in diagnosis and treatment of disorders of initiating and maintaining sleep (insomnia), disorders of abnormal sleep (parasomnias), as well as disorders of excessive daytime sleepiness.
Sleep medicine is a multidisciplinary specialty, which involves neurology, ENT, pulmonary, psychiatry/psychologists in addition to primary care physicians.
Although 50% of the population has had a sleep disorder at some point in their life, most of these are temporary and generally require temporary treatment, depending on the type of disorder. Sleep disorders that are more long-standing probably should be evaluated by physicians who have received specialty training in sleep medicine and have a better understanding of new diagnostic and treatment approaches in all types of sleep disorders.
What are some Treatments for Sleep Disorders?
- Nasal CPAP and BiPAP
- Surgical Options
- Weight Loss
- Behavior Modification
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia
- Medications
What are some Tests for Sleep Disorders?
- Polysomnography
- Multiple Sleep Latency Testing
- Various Home Sleep Apnea tests
- Sleep Diary
- Actigraphy
- Other Diagnostic Tests
Where Can I Find Additional Information on Sleep Disorders?
Here are some additional links for more information:
Can I Schedule a Sleep Study?
Yes! Please schedule an appointment and we will evaluate if a home sleep test or an in-lab sleep study is more appropriate.
Do I Have Sleep Apnea?
Take the quiz here.
What are other Sleep-Related Disorders, besides Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
- Primary Snoring
- Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome
- Obesity-Hypoventilation Syndrome
- Insomnia
- Narcolepsy
- Nightmare Disorder
- Sleepwalking
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
What is the Difference Between Being Overweight and being obese?
What is the main cause of Obesity?
Why is Obesity a growing problem?
What is the best way to lose weight?
How much weight will I lose?
What treatment options are usually covered or not covered by health insurance?
We can run your insurance to determine your eligibility for coverage.
Am I a candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
Feel free to ask the doctor during your visit.
Dr. PM Sleep and Wellness Medical Center
3 Different Locations to Serve You!
Phone: 858-224-1866
Fax: 858-207-5042
patient@sdsleepdr.com
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Carmel Valley
12395 El Camino Real
Suite 209
San Diego, CA 92130
Escondido
1711 East Valley Parkway
Unit 110
Escondido, CA 92027
Oceanside
3230 Waring Court
Suite C
Oceanside, CA 92056
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