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Who is Dr. Likar, Pulmonologist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Laura Likar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Likar graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Likar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Likar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Likar’s office at (831) 226-3225.
Where did Dr. Likar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Likar board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Likar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Likar speak?
Dr. Likar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Likar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Likar 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. Likar. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Likar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Likar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Likar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Likar accept my insurance?
Dr. Likar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 226-3225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Likar accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Likar in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
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Where is Dr. Likar's office located?
What is Dr. Likar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Likar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649205733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Likar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Likar
What is Dr. Laura Likar's specialty?
Dr. Likar is a Pulmonologist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Laura Likar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Likar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Likar accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Likar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Likar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Likar's office at (831) 226-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Likar?
Please contact Dr. Likar's office at (831) 226-3225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Likar have?
Dr. Laura Likar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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