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Dr. Joy Liau, MD, PHD

Encinitas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liau, Diagnostic Radiologist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Joy Liau, MD, PHD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Liau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liau’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. Liau’s office at (800) 926-8273.

    What languages does Dr. Liau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Liau treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Liau 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. Liau. 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:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • R188: Other ascites
    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    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:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Which procedures does Dr. Liau perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joy Liau may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Liau's office.

    Does Dr. Liau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liau accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Liau in Encinitas, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Liau's office located?

    Dr. Joy Liau's Primary Practice

    1200 Garden View Rd Ste 210

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Joy Liau's Practice 2

    8929 University Center Ln

    San Diego, CA 92122

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    Dr. Joy Liau's Practice 3

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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

    Dr. Liau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578875779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liau?

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

    What is Dr. Joy Liau's specialty?

    Dr. Liau is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Encinitas, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Liau to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joy Liau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liau is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Joy Liau accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joy Liau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joy Liau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liau's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joy Liau?

    Please contact Dr. Liau's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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