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Dr. Edward Kane, MD

La Jolla, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kane, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Edward Kane, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kane is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kane’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kane’s office at (858) 554-8605.

    Where did Dr. Kane go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kane speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kane treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Disease
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Cervical Cell Findings
    • Low-Grade Abnormal Cells on Pap Test (LGSIL)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Abnormal Pap Smear
    • Unusual Cervical Cells
    • Atypical Cervical Cells
    • LGSIL Pap Test
    • Mild Cervical Dysplasia
    • Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87618: Other abnormal cytological findings on specimens from cervix uteri
    • R87612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of cervix (LGSIL)

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Other Uterine Disorder
    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
    • Uterine Problems
    • Uterine Health Issues
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus
    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Thyroid Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Non-cancerous thyroid growth
    • Benign thyroid neoplasm
    • Thyroid nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland

    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:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Polyp
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Polyp on Cervix
    • Uterine Cervix Polyp
    • Cervical Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N841: Polyp of cervix uteri

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Does Dr. Kane accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kane accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Kane 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

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kane's office located?

    Dr. Edward Kane's Primary Practice

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-8605

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

    Dr. Kane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578534566.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kane?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Kane's specialty?

    Dr. Kane is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near La Jolla, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Kane to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Kane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kane is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, 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

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    Is Edward Kane accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Kane is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Kane offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (858) 554-8605 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Kane?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (858) 554-8605 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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