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Dr. Julian Lichter, MD

Dr. Julian Lichter, MD

Pulmonologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lichter, Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Julian Lichter, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lichter graduated from University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at University Tenn Center Health Science. Dr. Lichter is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lichter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lichter’s office at (619) 299-2570.

    Where did Dr. Lichter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University Hospital, Pulmonary Disease | University of Tennessee Center Health Services, Pulmonary Disease | University of Ottawa (Ontario, Canada)

    • Residency: University Tenn Center Health Science | University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals | The Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital | University of Tennessee Center Health Services | Johannesburg General Hospital

    • Medical School: University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Lichter board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Julian Lichter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1980, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1978

    What languages does Dr. Lichter speak?

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

    • Afrikaans
    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lichter typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Lichter 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. Lichter. 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:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lichter typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Julian Lichter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lichter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lichter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 299-2570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lichter 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lichter's office located?

    Dr. Julian Lichter's Primary Practice

    555 Washington St

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 299-2570

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    Dr. Julian Lichter's Practice 2

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lichter affiliated with?

    Dr. Lichter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tri-City Medical Center,Oceanside, CA

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

    Dr. Lichter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215957527.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lichter?

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

    What is Dr. Julian Lichter's specialty?

    Dr. Lichter is a Pulmonologist near San Diego, 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 Dr. Julian Lichter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Lichter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tri-City Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Julian Lichter accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Julian Lichter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julian Lichter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lichter's office at (619) 299-2570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Julian Lichter?

    Please contact Dr. Lichter's office at (619) 299-2570 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lichter's office located?

    Dr. Lichter's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Julian Lichter have?

    Dr. Julian Lichter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.