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Who is Dr. Hom, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Xenia Hom, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hom graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Hom is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hom’s office at (858) 966-4003.
Where did Dr. Hom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hom board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Xenia Hom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Hom speak?
Dr. Hom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hom treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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.
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Mild Malnutrition
- Severe Malnutrition
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
What procedures does Dr. Hom perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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.
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Hom accept my insurance?
Dr. Hom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hom accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hom 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hom's office located?
What is Dr. Hom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982775748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hom
What is Dr. Xenia Hom's specialty?
Dr. Hom is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Hom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Xenia Hom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hom is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Xenia Hom accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Xenia Hom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Xenia Hom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (858) 966-4003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Xenia Hom?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (858) 966-4003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Xenia Hom have?
Dr. Xenia Hom is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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