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Dr. Theresa Guo, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guo, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Theresa Guo, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Guo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guo’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. Guo’s office at (410) 955-1686.

    What languages does Dr. Guo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Guo treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Guo 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. Guo. 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:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Tongue Carcinoma
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
    • Lingual Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
    • C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
    • Z85810: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of tongue

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Tonsil Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Oral and Throat Cancer
    • Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Pharyngeal Cancer
    • Lip Cancer
    • Metastatic cancer
    • Cancer spread to other organs
    • Cancer metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85819: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx
    • C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Mouth Sores or Lesions
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Lesions
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Oral Mucosa Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Cancer
    • Parotid Gland Cancer
    • Salivary Gland Tumor
    • Salivary Gland Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
    • Melanoma
    • Scalp Melanoma
    • Neck Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Scalp
    • Skin Cancer of Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Voice
    • Voice Disorder
    • Aphonia
    • Inability to speak
    • Vocal loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R491: Aphonia

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Lip, Mouth, or Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Past oral cancer
    • Previous pharyngeal malignancy
    • History of mouth tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85818: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other sites of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx

    Does Dr. Guo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-1686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Guo 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 Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Guo's office located?

    Dr. Theresa Guo's Primary Practice

    3914 Murphy Canyon Rd Ste A132

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (410) 955-1686

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    Dr. Theresa Guo's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Theresa Guo's Practice 3

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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

    Dr. Guo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255694196.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guo?

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

    What is Dr. Theresa Guo's specialty?

    Dr. Guo is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Guo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Theresa Guo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guo 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

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    Is Theresa Guo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Guo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theresa Guo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guo's office at (410) 955-1686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theresa Guo?

    Please contact Dr. Guo's office at (410) 955-1686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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