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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhao, Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Steven Zhao, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (714) 456-6693.
What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?
Dr. Zhao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zhao typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zhao typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-6693 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Zhao 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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?
What is Dr. Zhao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457779068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhao
What is Dr. Steven Zhao's specialty?
Dr. Zhao is a Pulmonologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Steven Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
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Is Steven Zhao accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Zhao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (714) 456-6693 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Zhao?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (714) 456-6693 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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