Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vodkin, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Irine Vodkin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vodkin graduated from UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco. Dr. Vodkin is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vodkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vodkin’s office at (619) 543-5415.
Where did Dr. Vodkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Hepatologist | Assistant Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Vodkin board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Irine Vodkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vodkin speak?
Dr. Vodkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vodkin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vodkin 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. Vodkin. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vodkin typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Vodkin 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. Vodkin. 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:
- 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Vodkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Vodkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5415 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vodkin accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Vodkin 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vodkin's office located?
Dr. Irine Vodkin's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 543-5415
What is Dr. Vodkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vodkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861762619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vodkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vodkin
What is Dr. Irine Vodkin's specialty?
Dr. Vodkin is a Internist near La Jolla, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Irine Vodkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vodkin is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 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 Irine Vodkin accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Irine Vodkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irine Vodkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vodkin's office at (619) 543-5415 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irine Vodkin?
Please contact Dr. Vodkin's office at (619) 543-5415 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irine Vodkin have?
Dr. Irine Vodkin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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