Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollema, Thoracic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Travis Pollema, DO is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Pollema graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Kansas City, MO. Dr. Pollema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollema’s office at (858) 657-7777.
Where did Dr. Pollema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Kansas City, MO | University of Kansas, Medical Center, Kansas City, KS | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Cardiothoracic Surgeon | Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery
Is Dr. Pollema board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Travis Pollema, DO is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pollema speak?
Dr. Pollema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pollema treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Pollema 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. Pollema. 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.
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Respiratory Failure
- ARDS
- Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Shock Lung
- Acute Lung Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- J80: Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Which procedures does Dr. Pollema perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Travis Pollema may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pollema's office.
Does Dr. Pollema accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollema accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Pollema in La Jolla, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Humana
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pollema's office located?
Dr. Travis Pollema's Primary Practice
9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 657-7777
What is Dr. Pollema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871752956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollema
What is Dr. Travis Pollema's specialty?
Dr. Pollema is a Thoracic Surgeon near La Jolla, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Pollema to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Travis Pollema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollema is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, 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
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Is Travis Pollema accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Travis Pollema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Travis Pollema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollema's office at (858) 657-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Travis Pollema?
Please contact Dr. Pollema's office at (858) 657-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Travis Pollema have?
Dr. Travis Pollema is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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