
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schnickel, Transplant Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gabriel Schnickel, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schnickel graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora. Dr. Schnickel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schnickel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schnickel’s office at (858) 657-6487.
Where did Dr. Schnickel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora | UC Los Angeles, School of Medicine, Los Angeles | University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, MI | Surgeon | Associate Professor of Surgery
Is Dr. Schnickel board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Schnickel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schnickel speak?
Dr. Schnickel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Schnickel typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Schnickel 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. Schnickel. 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:
- Other Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunity Disorder
- Immunological Disorder
- Immune Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8989: Other specified disorders involving the immune mechanism, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Long-term liver failure
- Liver Disease
- Chronic liver failure
- End-stage liver disease
- Progressive liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Schnickel typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Schnickel 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. Schnickel. 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:
- Liver Transplant Surgery
- Orthotopic liver transplant
- Cadaveric liver transplant
- Living donor liver transplant
- Liver replacement surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
- Renal Allotransplantation
- Kidney Graft Implantation
- New Kidney Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy
Does Dr. Schnickel accept my insurance?
Dr. Schnickel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-6487 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schnickel accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Schnickel 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
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Schnickel's office located?
Dr. Gabriel Schnickel's Primary Practice
3855 Health Sciences Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(858) 657-6487
What is Dr. Schnickel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schnickel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619111440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schnickel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schnickel
What is Dr. Gabriel Schnickel's specialty?
Dr. Schnickel is a Transplant Surgeon near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Gabriel Schnickel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schnickel is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Uci 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 Gabriel Schnickel accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Schnickel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriel Schnickel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schnickel's office at (858) 657-6487 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriel Schnickel?
Please contact Dr. Schnickel's office at (858) 657-6487 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gabriel Schnickel have?
Dr. Gabriel Schnickel is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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