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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kihara, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lynn Kihara, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kihara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kihara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kihara’s office at (617) 732-4740.
What languages does Dr. Kihara speak?
Dr. Kihara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kihara treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Kihara 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. Kihara. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control Implant Check-up
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- Contraceptive implant follow-up
- Nexplanon monitoring
- Subdermal implant check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z3046: Encounter for surveillance of implantable subdermal contraceptive
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
- IUD Removal
- IUD Removal and Reinsertion
- Birth Control
- IUD
- Intrauterine Device
- Coil
- Intrauterine Device Extraction
- Taking out IUD
- Removing an IUD
- Intrauterine Device Exchange
- IUD Replacement
- New IUD Insertion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z975: Presence of (intrauterine) contraceptive device
- Z30432: Encounter for removal of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z30433: Encounter for removal and reinsertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Unwanted Pregnancy Issues
- Unplanned pregnancy concerns
- Crisis pregnancy
- Difficult pregnancy decision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z640: Problems related to unwanted pregnancy
Also known as:
- High-Risk Pregnancy Due to Infertility History
- Female Infertility
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy after infertility
- Infertility and pregnancy care
- Special care for pregnancy after infertility
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0900: Supervision of pregnancy with history of infertility, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Missed Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Silent miscarriage
- Delayed miscarriage
- Missed abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- O021: Missed abortion
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening
- Prenatal Testing
- Antenatal Testing
- Pregnancy Screening
- Maternal Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z369: Encounter for antenatal screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Which procedures does Dr. Kihara perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Lynn Kihara may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kihara's office.
Does Dr. Kihara accept my insurance?
Dr. Kihara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-4740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kihara accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kihara 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
AlphaCare
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Molina
Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego
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Where is Dr. Kihara's office located?
What is Dr. Kihara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kihara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063726933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kihara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kihara
What is Dr. Lynn Kihara's specialty?
Dr. Kihara is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Diego, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Kihara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lynn Kihara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kihara is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Lynn Kihara accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Kihara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynn Kihara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kihara's office at (617) 732-4740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lynn Kihara?
Please contact Dr. Kihara's office at (617) 732-4740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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