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Who is Dr. Hammond, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kirk Hammond, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office at (858) 552-8585.
Where did Dr. Hammond go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?
Dr. Hammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammond treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond. 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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Which procedures does Dr. Hammond perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kirk Hammond 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. Hammond's office.
Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 552-8585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammond accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hammond 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?
Dr. Kirk Hammond's Primary Practice
3350 La Jolla Village Dr # 111A
San Diego, CA 92161
(858) 552-8585
What is Dr. Hammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366523607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammond
What is Dr. Kirk Hammond's specialty?
Dr. Hammond is a Cardiologist near San Diego, 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. Hammond to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirk Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hammond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kirk Hammond accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Hammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (858) 552-8585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Hammond?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (858) 552-8585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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