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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Korc, Gastroenterologist in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Paul Korc, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Korc is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Korc’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Korc’s office at (949) 764-5760.
Is Dr. Korc board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Korc, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Korc speak?
Dr. Korc and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Korc typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Korc 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. Korc. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor in the Digestive System
- Non-cancerous growth
- Non-malignant tumor
- Benign mass
- Non-spreading tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1399: Benign neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Korc typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Korc 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. Korc. 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:
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
Also known as:
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with EUS-FNA
- Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)
Also known as:
- ERCP with Stent Placement
- ERCP with Sphincterotomy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
- Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Bile duct scope
- Pancreatic duct scope
- Papillotomy
CPT Codes:
- 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent
- 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
Does Dr. Korc accept my insurance?
Dr. Korc accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 764-5760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Korc accept in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Korc in San Clemente, 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
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Humana
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
USAA
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Where is Dr. Korc's office located?
Dr. Paul Korc's Primary Practice
1031 Avenida Pico Ste 204
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 764-5760
What is Dr. Korc's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Korc's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922243161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Korc?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Korc
What is Dr. Paul Korc's specialty?
Dr. Korc is a Gastroenterologist near San Clemente, CA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Korc affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Korc is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
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Is Paul Korc accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Korc is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Korc offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Korc's office at (949) 764-5760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Korc?
Please contact Dr. Korc's office at (949) 764-5760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Korc have?
Dr. Paul Korc is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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