26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sirlin, Body Imaging Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Claude Sirlin is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Sirlin graduated from UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco. Dr. Sirlin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sirlin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sirlin’s office at (619) 543-6768.
Where did Dr. Sirlin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford | Radiologist | Professor of Radiology
Is Dr. Sirlin board certified as a Body Imaging Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Claude Sirlin is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Sirlin speak?
Dr. Sirlin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Sirlin typically treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Sirlin 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. Sirlin. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Medical Check After Other Accident
- Post-injury medical exam
- Accident injury evaluation
- General accident checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
What procedures does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Sirlin typically perform?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Sirlin 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. Sirlin. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Sirlin accept my insurance?
Dr. Sirlin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6768 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sirlin accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sirlin 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sirlin's office located?
What is Dr. Sirlin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sirlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730261793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sirlin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sirlin
What is Dr. Claude Sirlin's specialty?
Dr. Sirlin is a Body Imaging Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Body Imaging Specialist do?
A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach.
Is this Dr. Claude Sirlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sirlin 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
When to see a Body Imaging Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claude Sirlin accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Claude Sirlin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claude Sirlin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sirlin's office at (619) 543-6768 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claude Sirlin?
Please contact Dr. Sirlin's office at (619) 543-6768 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Claude Sirlin have?
Dr. Claude Sirlin is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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