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Dr. John Tyner, MD

Dr. John Tyner, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyner, Thoracic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. John Tyner, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Tyner graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Cardiovascular Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery. Dr. Tyner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyner’s office at (858) 824-5363.

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

    • Fellowship: Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center, Cardiovascular Surgery | Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Cardiothoracic Surgery

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Cardiovascular Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery | Rush Presby St Lukes Mc | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tyner board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Tyner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1993, American Board of Thoracic Surgery since 1989, American Board of Surgery since 1985

    What languages does Dr. Tyner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tyner treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Tyner 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. Tyner. 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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    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:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Does Dr. Tyner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 824-5363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Tyner 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tyner's office located?

    Dr. John Tyner's Primary Practice

    9898 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 824-5363

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

    Dr. Tyner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144270620.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyner?

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

    What is Dr. John Tyner's specialty?

    Dr. Tyner is a Thoracic Surgeon near La Jolla, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Tyner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Tyner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyner 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

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    Is John Tyner accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Tyner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Tyner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyner's office at (858) 824-5363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Tyner?

    Please contact Dr. Tyner's office at (858) 824-5363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Tyner have?

    Dr. John Tyner is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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