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Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cernelc-Kohan, Pediatric Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cernelc-Kohan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cernelc-Kohan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cernelc-Kohan’s office at (858) 966-5846.

    What languages does Dr. Cernelc-Kohan speak?

    Dr. Cernelc-Kohan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cernelc-Kohan treat?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Cernelc-Kohan 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. Cernelc-Kohan. 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:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
    • Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
    • BPD in Newborns
    • Baby Lung Development Disorder
    • Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Disease
    • Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
    • Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
    • P279: Unspecified chronic respiratory disease originating in the perinatal period

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
    • Muscular Dystrophy
    • DMD
    • BMD
    • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
    • Becker Muscular Dystrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy

    What procedures does Dr. Cernelc-Kohan perform?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Cernelc-Kohan 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. Cernelc-Kohan. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Cernelc-Kohan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cernelc-Kohan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cernelc-Kohan accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Cernelc-Kohan 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cernelc-Kohan's office located?

    Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan's Primary Practice

    8110 Birmingham Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-5846

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    Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan's Practice 2

    3010 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan's Practice 3

    3020 Childrens Way # 5003

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Cernelc-Kohan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871752451.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cernelc-Kohan?

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

    What is Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan's specialty?

    Dr. Cernelc-Kohan is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Cernelc-Kohan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cernelc-Kohan is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Matejka Cernelc-Kohan accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matejka Cernelc-Kohan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cernelc-Kohan's office at (858) 966-5846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matejka Cernelc-Kohan?

    Please contact Dr. Cernelc-Kohan's office at (858) 966-5846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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