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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ro, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Thomas Ro, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ro is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ro’s office.
Is Dr. Ro board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ro speak?
Dr. Ro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ro typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ro diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ro. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ro typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Ro may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Ro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ro accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ro in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ro's office located?
What is Dr. Ro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285807693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ro
What is Dr. Thomas Ro's specialty?
Dr. Ro is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ro is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Ro accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ro?
Please contact Dr. Ro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ro have?
Dr. Thomas Ro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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