Dr. Paul Himaya, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Himaya, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

Dr. Paul Himaya, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Himaya graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Himaya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Himaya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Himaya’s office at (858) 565-9666.

Where did Dr. Himaya go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University of Washington School of Medicine Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

Is Dr. Himaya board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

Yes, Dr. Paul Himaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

What languages does Dr. Himaya speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Himaya typically treat?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Himaya 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. Himaya. 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:

Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm

ICD-10 Codes:

I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

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:

Uncomplicated Childbirth
Childbirth
Normal Delivery
Natural Birth
Vaginal Delivery

ICD-10 Codes:

O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

Also known as:

Narrowed Aortic Valve
Leaky Mitral Valve
Heart Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Stenosis
Tight Aortic Valve
Mitral Valve Insufficiency
Mitral Regurgitation

ICD-10 Codes:

I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

Also known as:

Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
Prenatal Care
Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
Low-lying C-section Scar
Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

ICD-10 Codes:

O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Himaya typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Himaya 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. Himaya. 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:

Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
Central Line Placement
CVC Insertion
Temporary Central Line
IV Access Catheter

CPT Codes:

36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

Also known as:

Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
TAP block
Transversus abdominis plane block
Rectus sheath block
Abdominal pain injection

CPT Codes:

64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

Does Dr. Himaya accept my insurance?

Dr. Himaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

Dr. Himaya in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
HealthRight Group
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Himaya's office located?

Dr. Paul Himaya's Primary Practice

3626 Ruffin Rd

San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 565-9666

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What hospitals are Dr. Himaya affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Himaya has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla,La Jolla, CA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego,San Diego, CA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Himaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487677449.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Himaya?

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

What is Dr. Paul Himaya's specialty?

Dr. Himaya is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

What does an Anesthesiologist do?

A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

Is Dr. Paul Himaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Himaya is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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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