Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kobayashi, Critical Care Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Leslie Kobayashi, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. 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 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 as a Critical Care 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 a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kobayashi typically treat?
As a Critical Care 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Brain Bleed
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kobayashi typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Leslie Kobayashi may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Kobayashi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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 Critical Care Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
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
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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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