
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yung, Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gordon Yung, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Yung graduated from Hong Kong University, Hong Kong. Dr. Yung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yung’s office at (619) 543-7300.
Where did Dr. Yung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Hong Kong University, Hong Kong | New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Pulmonologist | Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Yung board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Gordon Yung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yung speak?
Dr. Yung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yung typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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.
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yung typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Yung accept my insurance?
Dr. Yung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yung accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Yung in La Jolla, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yung's office located?
Dr. Gordon Yung's Primary Practice
9434 Medical Center Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 543-7300
What is Dr. Yung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134145949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yung
What is Dr. Gordon Yung's specialty?
Dr. Yung is a Pulmonologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Gordon Yung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yung is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Loyola University 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
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Is Gordon Yung accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gordon Yung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gordon Yung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yung's office at (619) 543-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gordon Yung?
Please contact Dr. Yung's office at (619) 543-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gordon Yung have?
Dr. Gordon Yung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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