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Dr. Matthew Hom, MD

San Diego, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hom, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Matthew Hom, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hom’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hom’s office at (619) 686-3874.

    Is Dr. Hom board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Hom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hom speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hom treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • MRSA Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Antibiotic Resistance
    • MRSA
    • Methicillin-resistant Staph pneumonia
    • Drug-resistant pneumonia
    • Staph lung infection
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J15212: Pneumonia due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Perforation
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Perforation
    • Hole in Intestine
    • Ruptured Bowel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K631: Perforation of intestine (nontraumatic)

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Broken Neck Bone (Cervical Vertebra)
    • Fractures
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Fracture
    • Neck Vertebra Fracture
    • Broken Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S12600D: Unspecified displaced fracture of seventh cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Kidney Disease
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Perinephric Abscess
    • Kidney Infection with Pus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N151: Renal and perinephric abscess

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Hom perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Hom may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 686-3874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hom 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hom's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Hom's Primary Practice

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 686-3874

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    Dr. Matthew Hom's Practice 2

    435 H St

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

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    Dr. Matthew Hom's Practice 3

    1940 El Cajon Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92104

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

    Dr. Hom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881632081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hom?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Hom's specialty?

    Dr. Hom is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hom to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Hom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hom is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Matthew Hom accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Hom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Hom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (619) 686-3874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Hom?

    Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (619) 686-3874 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Hom have?

    Dr. Matthew Hom is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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