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Dr. Kristina Hawk, MD, PHD
La Jolla, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hawk, Nuclear Radiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kristina Hawk, MD, PHD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hawk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hawk’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. Hawk’s office at (336) 274-9617.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hawk?
Dr. Kristina Hawk, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nuclear Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hawk empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuroradiology, Nuclear Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Hawk is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Hawk speak?
Dr. Hawk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hawk treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Hawk 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. Hawk. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
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:
- 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Hawk perform as a Nuclear Radiologist?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristina Hawk may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hawk's office.
Does Dr. Hawk accept my insurance?
Dr. Hawk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 274-9617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hawk accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Hawk in La Jolla, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hawk's office located?
Dr. Kristina Hawk's Primary Practice
3855 Health Sciences Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(336) 274-9617
What is Dr. Hawk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hawk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861784860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hawk
What is Dr. Kristina Hawk's specialty?
Dr. Hawk is a Nuclear Radiologist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Hawk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristina Hawk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hawk is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Kristina Hawk accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Hawk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristina Hawk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hawk's office at (336) 274-9617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristina Hawk?
Please contact Dr. Hawk's office at (336) 274-9617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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