31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hsiao, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Albert Hsiao, MD, PHD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Hsiao graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Hsiao is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsiao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsiao’s office at (619) 543-5840.
Where did Dr. Hsiao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, San Diego | Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford | Radiologist | Assistant Professor of Radiology
Is Dr. Hsiao board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Albert Hsiao, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Hsiao speak?
Dr. Hsiao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hsiao typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Hsiao 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. Hsiao. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Chronic Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Long-term Fluid in Lungs
- Persistent Lung Congestion
- Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- J811: Chronic pulmonary edema
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hsiao typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Albert Hsiao may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Hsiao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hsiao accept my insurance?
Dr. Hsiao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hsiao accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hsiao 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hsiao's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Evaluation of Valvular Insufficiency
, 2012
Rapid Pediatric Cardiac Assessment of Flow
, 2012
Improved cardiovascular flow quantification with time-resolved volumetric phase-contrast MRI
, 2011
Venous and arterial flow quantification are equally accurate and precise with parallel imaging
, 2013
Extracranial Venous Draige Patterns in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis and Healthy Controls
, 2012
What is Dr. Hsiao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hsiao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457546244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsiao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hsiao
What is Dr. Albert Hsiao's specialty?
Dr. Hsiao is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Albert Hsiao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hsiao is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Albert Hsiao accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
No, Dr. Albert Hsiao is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Hsiao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hsiao's office at (619) 543-5840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Hsiao?
Please contact Dr. Hsiao's office at (619) 543-5840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Albert Hsiao have?
Dr. Albert Hsiao is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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