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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pino, Critical Care Internist in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Alejandro Pino, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pino’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pino’s office at (760) 230-8994.
What languages does Dr. Pino speak?
Dr. Pino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pino treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Pino 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. Pino. 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Multiple Small Blood Clots in Lungs
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Multiple Minor Lung Embolisms
- Multiple Subsegmental PEs
- Many Small Lung Clots
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2694: Multiple subsegmental thrombotic pulmonary emboli without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Pino perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alejandro Pino may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pino's office.
Does Dr. Pino accept my insurance?
Dr. Pino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 230-8994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pino accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Pino in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pino's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Pino's Primary Practice
326 Santa Fe Dr Ste 100
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 230-8994
What is Dr. Pino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457748089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pino
What is Dr. Alejandro Pino's specialty?
Dr. Pino is a Critical Care Internist near Encinitas, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Pino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Pino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pino is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Alejandro Pino accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Pino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Pino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pino's office at (760) 230-8994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Pino?
Please contact Dr. Pino's office at (760) 230-8994 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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