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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mccarthy, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Thomas Mccarthy, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Mccarthy graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Mccarthy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccarthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccarthy’s office at (858) 200-6808.
Where did Dr. Mccarthy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Mccarthy board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Mccarthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mccarthy speak?
Dr. Mccarthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mccarthy typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mccarthy typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Mccarthy may include:
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mccarthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccarthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 200-6808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mccarthy accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Mccarthy 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mccarthy's office located?
What is Dr. Mccarthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccarthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780992073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccarthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccarthy
What is Dr. Thomas Mccarthy's specialty?
Dr. Mccarthy is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Thomas Mccarthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccarthy is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, 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
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Is Thomas Mccarthy accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Mccarthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Mccarthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office at (858) 200-6808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Mccarthy?
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office at (858) 200-6808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Mccarthy have?
Dr. Thomas Mccarthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Scripps Torrey Pines
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037