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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yun, Medical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Karen Yun, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Yun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yun’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yun’s office at (619) 543-6222.
What languages does Dr. Yun speak?
Dr. Yun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yun treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Yun 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. Yun. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Nasopharynx
- Hypopharyngeal Cancer
- Throat Carcinoma
- Pyriform Sinus Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
- C119: Malignant neoplasm of nasopharynx, unspecified
- C12: Malignant neoplasm of pyriform sinus
- C139: Malignant neoplasm of hypopharynx, unspecified
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Mesothelioma
- Malignant Mesothelioma Treatment (PDQ)
- Abdominal Mesothelioma
- Malignant Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Mesothelioma of Abdomen
- Peritoneal Asbestos Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C451: Mesothelioma of peritoneum
Also known as:
- Nasal Cancer
- Nasal Cavity Cancer
- Nose Cancer
- Malignant Nasal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C300: Malignant neoplasm of nasal cavity
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Oral and Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Throat Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Lip Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85819: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx
Which procedures does Dr. Yun perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Yun may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yun's office.
Does Dr. Yun accept my insurance?
Dr. Yun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yun accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Yun in San Diego, 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
Centene
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yun's office located?
What is Dr. Yun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720519234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yun
What is Dr. Karen Yun's specialty?
Dr. Yun is a Medical Oncologist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Yun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Yun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yun is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Karen Yun accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Yun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Yun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yun's office at (619) 543-6222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Yun?
Please contact Dr. Yun's office at (619) 543-6222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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