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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiltchik, Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Erin Wiltchik, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wiltchik is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiltchik’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiltchik’s office at (858) 625-8363.
What languages does Dr. Wiltchik speak?
Dr. Wiltchik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wiltchik treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wiltchik 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. Wiltchik. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Subacute Cough
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Lingering cough
- Persistent cough (medium term)
- Prolonged cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R052: Subacute cough
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Wiltchik perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wiltchik 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. Wiltchik. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Wiltchik accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiltchik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 625-8363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiltchik accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Wiltchik 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wiltchik's office located?
Dr. Erin Wiltchik's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 370
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 625-8363
What is Dr. Wiltchik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiltchik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518498757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiltchik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiltchik
What is Dr. Erin Wiltchik's specialty?
Dr. Wiltchik is a Pulmonologist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Wiltchik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erin Wiltchik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiltchik is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Erin Wiltchik accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Wiltchik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Wiltchik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiltchik's office at (858) 625-8363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Wiltchik?
Please contact Dr. Wiltchik's office at (858) 625-8363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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