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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Libby, Hematologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Edward Libby, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Libby graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at University Hospital. Dr. Libby is fluent in English, Bosnian, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Libby’s office.
Where did Dr. Libby go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Libby board certified as a Hematologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Libby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Libby speak?
Dr. Libby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bosnian
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Libby typically treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Libby 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. Libby. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Libby typically perform?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Libby may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Libby's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Libby accept my insurance?
Dr. Libby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Libby accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Libby in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Libby's office located?
What is Dr. Libby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Libby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417978651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Libby?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Libby
What is Dr. Edward Libby's specialty?
Dr. Libby is a Hematologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Edward Libby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Libby is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
When to see a Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematologist. 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 Edward Libby accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Libby is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Libby offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Libby's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Libby?
Please contact Dr. Libby's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Libby have?
Dr. Edward Libby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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9333 Genesee Ave
San Diego, CA 92121