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Who is Dr. Mccaul, Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. David Mccaul, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Mccaul graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital. Dr. Mccaul is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccaul’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccaul’s office at (858) 625-7200.
Where did Dr. Mccaul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hospital | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mccaul speak?
Dr. Mccaul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mccaul typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mccaul 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. Mccaul. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mccaul typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Mccaul may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Mccaul's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mccaul accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccaul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 625-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mccaul accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Mccaul in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mccaul's office located?
Dr. David Mccaul's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 780
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 625-7200
What is Dr. Mccaul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccaul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902917784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccaul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccaul
What is Dr. David Mccaul's specialty?
Dr. Mccaul is a Pulmonologist near La Jolla, 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. David Mccaul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccaul is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Scripps Green Hospital, 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Mccaul accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Mccaul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Mccaul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccaul's office at (858) 625-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Mccaul?
Please contact Dr. Mccaul's office at (858) 625-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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