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Who is Dr. Sclar, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Craig Sclar, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sclar graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sclar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sclar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sclar’s office at (858) 268-1111.
Where did Dr. Sclar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rutgers Medical School
Residency: R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | City Hospital at Elmhurst | Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Sclar board certified in Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Sclar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sclar speak?
Dr. Sclar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sclar treat?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Sclar 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. Sclar. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Long QT Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome
- Romano-Ward syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- LQTS
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen Syndrome
- Romano-Ward Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I4581: Long QT syndrome
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sclar perform as a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Sclar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sclar's office.
Does Dr. Sclar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sclar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 268-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sclar accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Sclar in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sclar's office located?
Dr. Craig Sclar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Craig Sclar's Practice 2
7830 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste 100
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 268-1111
What is Dr. Sclar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sclar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730114497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sclar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sclar
What is Dr. Craig Sclar's specialty?
Dr. Sclar is a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist near La Jolla, CA. A physician who focuses on the care and management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is specially trained to navigate the complexities of this condition. ACHD specialists have a thorough understanding of the anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and potential long-term complications associated with congenital heart disease. They leverage this expertise to effectively manage patients who may also experience acquired heart conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. Contact Dr. Sclar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Sclar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sclar is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Craig Sclar accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Sclar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Sclar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sclar's office at (858) 268-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Sclar?
Please contact Dr. Sclar's office at (858) 268-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Sclar have?
Dr. Craig Sclar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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