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Dr. Colin Joyo, MD

Dr. Colin Joyo, MD

Laguna Hills, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Joyo, Thoracic Surgeon in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Colin Joyo, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Joyo graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Surgery; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Joyo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joyo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joyo’s office at (949) 268-4568.

    Where did Dr. Joyo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Surgery; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Uc San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii

    Is Dr. Joyo board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Colin Joyo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Joyo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Joyo treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Joyo 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. Joyo. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    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:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Lung surgery aftercare
    • Breathing system recovery
    • Respiratory post-op care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Does Dr. Joyo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joyo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 268-4568 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joyo accept in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Joyo in Laguna Hills, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Joyo's office located?

    Dr. Colin Joyo's Primary Practice

    24411 Health Center Dr Ste 680

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    (949) 268-4568

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    Dr. Colin Joyo's Practice 2

    1031 Avenida Pico Ste 204

    San Clemente, CA 92673

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    Dr. Colin Joyo's Practice 3

    447 Old Newport Blvd Ste 200

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

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

    Dr. Joyo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124186754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joyo?

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

    What is Dr. Colin Joyo's specialty?

    Dr. Joyo is a Thoracic Surgeon near Laguna Hills, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Joyo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Colin Joyo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Joyo is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

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    Is Colin Joyo accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Colin Joyo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Colin Joyo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joyo's office at (949) 268-4568 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Colin Joyo?

    Please contact Dr. Joyo's office at (949) 268-4568 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Colin Joyo have?

    Dr. Colin Joyo is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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