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Dr. Lei Wang, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wang, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Lei Wang, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Wang graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wang board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lei Wang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wang speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wang typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wang typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wang. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Wang in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wang's office located?

    Dr. Lei Wang's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

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

    Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396847711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?

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

    What is Dr. Lei Wang's specialty?

    Dr. Wang is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Lei Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wang is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Dr. Lei Wang accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lei Wang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lei Wang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lei Wang?

    Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 565-9666 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wang's office located?

    Dr. Wang's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lei Wang have?

    Dr. Lei Wang is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.