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Dr. Ryan Pham, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

La Jolla, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pham, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Ryan Pham, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Pham is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pham’s office at (619) 543-2870.

    Is Dr. Pham board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ryan Pham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pham speak?

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

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pham typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pham 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. Pham. 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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pham typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ryan Pham may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-2870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pham 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pham's office located?

    Dr. Ryan Pham's Primary Practice

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

    (619) 543-2870

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    Dr. Ryan Pham's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Ryan Pham's Practice 3

    447 N El Camino Real

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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

    Dr. Pham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578666806.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pham?

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

    What is Dr. Ryan Pham's specialty?

    Dr. Pham is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Ryan Pham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pham is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ryan Pham accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ryan Pham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ryan Pham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (619) 543-2870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ryan Pham?

    Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (619) 543-2870 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pham's office located?

    Dr. Pham's offices are located in La Jolla, CA, San Diego, CA, and Encinitas, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ryan Pham have?

    Dr. Ryan Pham is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.