Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tsai, Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, CA?
Is Dr. Tsai board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?
Dr. Tsai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tsai typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Barrett's Esophagus with High-Grade Dysplasia
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
- Advanced Barrett's esophagus
- Barrett's esophagus with severe cell changes
- Precancerous Barrett's esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
- K22711: Barrett's esophagus with high grade dysplasia
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tsai typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- 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
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
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
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- Esophagus Scope with Removal of Growths
- Esophageal Ablation
- Endoscopic Esophageal Lesion Removal
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 43229: Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Tsai in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?
Dr. Franklin Tsai's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-8069
What hospitals are Dr. Tsai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tsai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tsai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972780120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsai