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Dr. Ian Britton, MD
San Luis Obispo, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Britton, Pulmonologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Ian Britton, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dr. Britton is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Britton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Britton’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Britton speak?
Dr. Britton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Britton typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Britton 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. Britton. 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
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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. Britton typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ian Britton may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Britton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Britton accept my insurance?
Dr. Britton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Britton accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Britton in San Luis Obispo, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Britton's office located?
Dr. Ian Britton's Primary Practice
1428 Phillips Ln Ste 203
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Britton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Britton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508153024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Britton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Britton
What is Dr. Ian Britton's specialty?
Dr. Britton is a Pulmonologist near San Luis Obispo, 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. Ian Britton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Britton is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Ian Britton accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ian Britton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ian Britton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Britton's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ian Britton?
Please contact Dr. Britton's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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