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Dr. Jonathan Unkart, MD

Surgeon

Chula Vista, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Unkart, Surgeon in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Jonathan Unkart, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Unkart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unkart’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unkart’s office at (813) 223-2832.

    What languages does Dr. Unkart speak?

    Dr. Unkart and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Unkart typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Unkart 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. Unkart. 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:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Unkart typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Unkart 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. Unkart. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
    • Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
    • Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
    • Vascular Flow Assessment

    CPT Codes:

    • 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft

    Also known as:

    • Re-closure of Surgical Wound
    • Secondary Wound Closure
    • Repair of Wound Dehiscence
    • Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
    • Extensive Wound Re-stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated

    Also known as:

    • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
    • Back Tumor Removal
    • Flank Tumor Surgery
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Unkart accept my insurance?

    Dr. Unkart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 223-2832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Unkart accept in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Unkart in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Unkart's office located?

    Dr. Jonathan Unkart's Primary Practice

    786 Third Ave Ste B

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

    (813) 223-2832

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    Dr. Jonathan Unkart's Practice 2

    751 Medical Center Ct

    Chula Vista, CA 91911

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    Dr. Jonathan Unkart's Practice 3

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    What is Dr. Unkart's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Unkart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255686648.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unkart?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unkart

    What is Dr. Jonathan Unkart's specialty?

    Dr. Unkart is a Surgeon near Chula Vista, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Jonathan Unkart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Unkart is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Dr. Jonathan Unkart accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Unkart is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jonathan Unkart offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Unkart's office at (813) 223-2832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jonathan Unkart?

    Please contact Dr. Unkart's office at (813) 223-2832 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Unkart's office located?

    Dr. Unkart's offices are located in Chula Vista, CA and San Diego, CA.