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Dr. Peter Liebling, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liebling, Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Peter Liebling, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Liebling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liebling’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liebling’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Liebling speak?

    Dr. Liebling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Liebling typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Liebling 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. Liebling. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Liebling typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Liebling 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. Liebling. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Liebling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liebling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liebling accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Liebling 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Liebling's office located?

    Kaiser Pulmonary

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Peter Liebling's Practice 2

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Peter Liebling's Practice 3

    360 Rush Dr

    San Marcos, CA 92078

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    What is Dr. Liebling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Liebling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114201282.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liebling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liebling

    What is Dr. Peter Liebling's specialty?

    Dr. Liebling is a Pulmonologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Peter Liebling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liebling is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Peter Liebling accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Liebling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Liebling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liebling's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Liebling?

    Please contact Dr. Liebling's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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