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Who is Dr. Lightner, Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Amy Lightner, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lightner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lightner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lightner’s office at (858) 554-8984.
What languages does Dr. Lightner speak?
Dr. Lightner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lightner treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lightner 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. Lightner. 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.
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease
- Fistulas
- Crohn’s Disease
- Crohn's with Abnormal Connection', 'Fistula from Crohn's
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Fistula
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50913: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with fistula
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Vaginal-Intestinal Fistula
- Colonic Disease
- Fistulas
- Vaginal Disease
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Colovaginal Fistula
- Vaginal Bowel Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- N823: Fistula of vagina to large intestine
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pouchitis
- After Surgery
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Inflammation of Intestinal Pouch
- J-Pouch Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K91850: Pouchitis
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Which procedures does Dr. Lightner perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Lightner may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lightner's office.
Does Dr. Lightner accept my insurance?
Dr. Lightner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lightner accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lightner 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 Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lightner's office located?
Dr. Amy Lightner's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-8984
What is Dr. Lightner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lightner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518283662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lightner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lightner
What is Dr. Amy Lightner's specialty?
Dr. Lightner is a Surgeon near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Lightner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amy Lightner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lightner is affiliated with Mayo Clinic which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Amy Lightner accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Lightner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Lightner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lightner's office at (858) 554-8984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Lightner?
Please contact Dr. Lightner's office at (858) 554-8984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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