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Dr. Clinton Colaco, MD
La Jolla, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colaco, Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Clinton Colaco, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Colaco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colaco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colaco’s office at (858) 554-5404.
What languages does Dr. Colaco speak?
Dr. Colaco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Colaco typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Colaco 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. Colaco. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Colaco typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Clinton Colaco may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Colaco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colaco accept my insurance?
Dr. Colaco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-5404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colaco accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Colaco in La Jolla, 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
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Colaco's office located?
What is Dr. Colaco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colaco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932405081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colaco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colaco
What is Dr. Clinton Colaco's specialty?
Dr. Colaco is a Pulmonologist near La Jolla, 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. Clinton Colaco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colaco is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Clinton Colaco accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Clinton Colaco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clinton Colaco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colaco's office at (858) 554-5404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clinton Colaco?
Please contact Dr. Colaco's office at (858) 554-5404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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