AS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shavit, Hospitalist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Ayal Shavit, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shavit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shavit’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shavit’s office at (619) 686-3935.
What languages does Dr. Shavit speak?
Dr. Shavit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shavit treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shavit 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. Shavit. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shavit perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ayal Shavit may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shavit's office.
Does Dr. Shavit accept my insurance?
Dr. Shavit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 686-3935 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shavit accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Shavit in Chula Vista, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
SGS North America Inc
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Shavit's office located?
What is Dr. Shavit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shavit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194287433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shavit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shavit
What is Dr. Ayal Shavit's specialty?
Dr. Shavit is a Hospitalist near Chula Vista, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Shavit to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ayal Shavit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shavit is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
Explore Hospitalist with 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 Ayal Shavit accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ayal Shavit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ayal Shavit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shavit's office at (619) 686-3935 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ayal Shavit?
Please contact Dr. Shavit's office at (619) 686-3935 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hospitalist Near Chula Vista, CA
CJ
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Christopher Jones, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Chula Vista, CA
ZB
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Zaida Botello, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Chula Vista, CA
YP
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Yana Piatetsky, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location.
Chula Vista, CA