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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girard, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Girard, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Girard completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Girard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girard’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Girard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Girard board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Girard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Girard speak?
Dr. Girard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Girard typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Girard typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Girard accept my insurance?
Dr. Girard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girard accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Girard 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Girard's office located?
What is Dr. Girard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285782177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girard
What is Dr. Michael Girard's specialty?
Dr. Girard is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Michael Girard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girard is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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
When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Girard accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Girard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Girard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Girard?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Girard have?
Dr. Michael Girard is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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