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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horky, Nuclear Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Laura Horky, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Horky graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Horky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horky’s office at (800) 926-8273.
Where did Dr. Horky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Horky board certified as a Nuclear Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Horky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Horky speak?
Dr. Horky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Horky typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Horky 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. Horky. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Horky typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Horky performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Horky. 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Horky accept my insurance?
Dr. Horky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horky accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Horky 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
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Horky's office located?
What is Dr. Horky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598967812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horky
What is Dr. Laura Horky's specialty?
Dr. Horky is a Nuclear Radiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Laura Horky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horky is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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
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Is Laura Horky accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Horky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Horky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horky's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Horky?
Please contact Dr. Horky's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Horky have?
Dr. Laura Horky is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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