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Dr. Alexander Hsu, MD

San Diego, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hsu, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Hsu, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (619) 543-3534.

    Is Dr. Hsu board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hsu typically treat?

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

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hsu typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Hsu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Hsu in San Diego, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Hsu's Primary Practice

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (619) 543-3534

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    Dr. Alexander Hsu's Practice 2

    6860 Avenida Encinas

    Carlsbad, CA 92011

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    Dr. Alexander Hsu's Practice 3

    250 Travelodge Dr

    El Cajon, CA 92020

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

    Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336287689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Hsu's specialty?

    Dr. Hsu is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hsu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Alexander Hsu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Hsu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (619) 543-3534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Hsu?

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (619) 543-3534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Hsu have?

    Dr. Alexander Hsu is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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