Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Champion, Cardiologist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. John Champion, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Champion completed his residency at University Tx Med Branch Hosps. Dr. Champion is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Champion’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Champion’s office at (877) 430-7337.
Where did Dr. Champion go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Tx Med Branch Hosps
Is Dr. Champion board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Champion, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Champion speak?
Dr. Champion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Champion treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Champion 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. Champion. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Champion perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Champion 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. Champion's office.
Does Dr. Champion accept my insurance?
Dr. Champion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 430-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Champion accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Champion in Laguna Hills, 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
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Champion's office located?
Dr. John Champion's Primary Practice
24022 Calle de la Plata Ste 500
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(877) 430-7337
Dr. John Champion's Practice 3
3070 Bristol St Ste 190
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(877) 430-7337
What is Dr. Champion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Champion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801980669.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Champion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Champion
What is Dr. John Champion's specialty?
Dr. Champion is a Cardiologist near Laguna Hills, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Champion to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Champion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Champion is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is John Champion accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Champion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Champion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Champion's office at (877) 430-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Champion?
Please contact Dr. Champion's office at (877) 430-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Champion have?
Dr. John Champion is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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