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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brookover, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Robert Brookover, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Brookover is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brookover’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brookover’s office.
What languages does Dr. Brookover speak?
Dr. Brookover and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brookover treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Brookover 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. Brookover. 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:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Dysplasia
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Abnormal anal cells
- Precancerous anal changes
- Anal epithelial dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K6282: Dysplasia of anus
Also known as:
- Rectal Fistula
- Fistulas
- Rectal Disorder
- Fistula in Rectum
- Abnormal Rectal Tract
- Rectal Passage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K604: Rectal fistula
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
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:
- Anal Itching
- Anal Disorder
- Itching
- Pruritus Ani
- Itchy Anus
- Perianal Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L290: Pruritus ani
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Which procedures does Dr. Brookover perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Brookover may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brookover's office.
Does Dr. Brookover accept my insurance?
Dr. Brookover accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brookover accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Brookover in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brookover's office located?
What is Dr. Brookover's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brookover's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376897629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brookover?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brookover
What is Dr. Robert Brookover's specialty?
Dr. Brookover is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near La Jolla, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Brookover to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Brookover affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brookover is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Robert Brookover accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Brookover is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Brookover offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brookover's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Brookover?
Please contact Dr. Brookover's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037