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Dr. Leslie Kobayashi, MD

Dr. Leslie Kobayashi, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kobayashi, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Leslie Kobayashi, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kobayashi graduated from Assistant Professor of Surgery. Dr. Kobayashi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kobayashi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kobayashi’s office at (619) 224-3278.

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

    • Medical School: University of Southern California | University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine | Assistant Professor of Surgery | University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora

    Is Dr. Kobayashi board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Kobayashi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kobayashi speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kobayashi treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kobayashi 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. Kobayashi. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury
    • TBI
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • mTBI
    • Brain Contusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X1A: Concussion with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kobayashi perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Leslie Kobayashi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kobayashi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kobayashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 224-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kobayashi 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kobayashi's office located?

    Dr. Leslie Kobayashi's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 224-3278

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

    Dr. Kobayashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255501474.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kobayashi?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Kobayashi's specialty?

    Dr. Kobayashi is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kobayashi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leslie Kobayashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kobayashi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon 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 Leslie Kobayashi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Kobayashi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Kobayashi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kobayashi's office at (619) 224-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leslie Kobayashi?

    Please contact Dr. Kobayashi's office at (619) 224-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Kobayashi have?

    Dr. Leslie Kobayashi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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