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Dr. Christopher Suhar, MD

Dr. Christopher Suhar, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Suhar, Cardiologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Suhar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Suhar graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Suhar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Suhar’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. Suhar’s office at (858) 554-3339.

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

    • Fellowship: Scripps Clinic, Cardiovascular Disease | University of Arizona Health Science Center, Integrative Medicine | Scripps Clinic | University of Arizona Health Science Center

    • Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center | Loma Linda University in California

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Suhar board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Suhar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005

    What languages does Dr. Suhar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Suhar treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Suhar 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. Suhar. 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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Which procedures does Dr. Suhar perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Suhar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Suhar's office.

    Does Dr. Suhar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Suhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-3339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Suhar accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Suhar in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Suhar's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Suhar's Primary Practice

    10820 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-3339

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    Dr. Christopher Suhar's Practice 2

    9898 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Suhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720276751.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Suhar?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Suhar's specialty?

    Dr. Suhar is a Cardiologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Suhar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Suhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Suhar is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Christopher Suhar accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Suhar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Suhar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Suhar's office at (858) 554-3339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Suhar?

    Please contact Dr. Suhar's office at (858) 554-3339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Suhar have?

    Dr. Christopher Suhar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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