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Dr. Donald Ponec, MD

Oceanside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponec, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Oceanside, CA?

    Dr. Donald Ponec, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Ponec graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University Of California-San Francisco. Dr. Ponec is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponec’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. Ponec’s office at (760) 940-4055.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ponec?

    Dr. Donald Ponec, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ponec empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Chemoembolization, Interventional Radiology, Vein Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oceanside/CA community, Dr. Ponec is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University Of California-San Francisco

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Ponec board certified in Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Ponec, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Ponec speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ponec treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ponec 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. Ponec. 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:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Peripheral Artery Disease in Left Leg
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking
    • PAD in left leg
    • Left leg artery blockage
    • Hardening of arteries in left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
    • I70202: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, left leg

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
    • Hardening of Right Leg Arteries
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg artery disease
    • PAD in both legs
    • Atherosclerosis of both legs
    • Right leg artery disease
    • PAD in right leg
    • Atherosclerosis of right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
    • I70201: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, right leg

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Catheter Management
    • Dialysis
    • Dialysis catheter adjustment
    • Extracorporeal catheter care
    • Dialysis access maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
    • Blood Clots
    • Vascular device thrombosis
    • Clot in vascular implant
    • Blood vessel graft blood clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Drain Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Drain removal after surgery
    • Post-operative drain care
    • Changing surgical drains

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Veins without Symptoms
    • Silent Varicose Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8393: Asymptomatic varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Which procedures does Dr. Ponec perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Donald Ponec may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ponec's office.

    Does Dr. Ponec accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponec accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 940-4055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponec accept in Oceanside, CA?

    Dr. Ponec in Oceanside, 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

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ponec's office located?

    Dr. Donald Ponec's Primary Practice

    4002 Vista Way

    Oceanside, CA 92056

    (760) 940-4055

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    Dr. Donald Ponec's Practice 2

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 100

    Escondido, CA 92029

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    Dr. Donald Ponec's Practice 3

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Ponec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215032966.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponec?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Ponec's specialty?

    Dr. Ponec is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Oceanside, CA. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Ponec to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Ponec affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponec is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Explore Vascular & Interventional Radiologist with 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 Donald Ponec accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Ponec is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Ponec offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponec's office at (760) 940-4055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Ponec?

    Please contact Dr. Ponec's office at (760) 940-4055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Ponec have?

    Dr. Donald Ponec is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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