
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choi, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lillian Choi, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Choi graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (858) 966-4003.
Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics | University Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
Is Dr. Choi board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Lillian Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Choi speak?
Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Choi typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Choi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Choi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Choi. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Choi 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
Rady Childrens Specialists
8110 Birmingham Way Bldg 28
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4003
What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831350453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi
What is Dr. Lillian Choi's specialty?
Dr. Choi is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Lillian Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Lillian Choi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lillian Choi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lillian Choi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (858) 966-4003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lillian Choi?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (858) 966-4003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lillian Choi have?
Dr. Lillian Choi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Choi
Rady Childrens Specialists
8110 Birmingham Way Bldg 28
San Diego, CA 92123