Dr. Brian Lemkuil, MD
Critical Care Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Neurocritical Care Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Neurologist
San Diego, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lemkuil, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Brian Lemkuil, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Lemkuil graduated from Neuroanesthetist. Dr. Lemkuil is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemkuil’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemkuil’s office at (619) 543-5720.
Where did Dr. Lemkuil go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Neuroanesthetist | Assistant Professor
What languages does Dr. Lemkuil speak?
Dr. Lemkuil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lemkuil typically treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lemkuil 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. Lemkuil. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lemkuil typically perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lemkuil may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Lemkuil's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lemkuil accept my insurance?
Dr. Lemkuil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lemkuil accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lemkuil in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Humana
Imperial Health Holdings
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lemkuil's office located?
What is Dr. Lemkuil's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lemkuil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922267319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemkuil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemkuil
What is Dr. Brian Lemkuil's specialty?
Dr. Lemkuil is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?
A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.
Is this Dr. Brian Lemkuil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lemkuil is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Lemkuil accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Lemkuil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Lemkuil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lemkuil's office at (619) 543-5720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Lemkuil?
Please contact Dr. Lemkuil's office at (619) 543-5720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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