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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Klijian, Thoracic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ara Klijian, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Klijian graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Klijian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klijian’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klijian’s office at (858) 715-0303.
Where did Dr. Klijian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Klijian speak?
Dr. Klijian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Klijian treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Klijian 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. Klijian. 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:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Pus in Chest Cavity with Fistula
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fistulas
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
- Empyema with fistula
- Pleural empyema with abnormal connection
- Infected pleural space with fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
- J860: Pyothorax with fistula
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
- Growth of unknown type in the mediastinum
- Bronchial Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Tracheal Disorder
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Lung tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
- Tracheal or bronchial growth
- Mediastinal tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined growth in chest cavity
ICD-10 Codes:
- D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung
- D383: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of mediastinum
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
- Collapsed lung
- PSP
- Sudden collapsed lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9311: Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
What procedures does Dr. Klijian perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Klijian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Klijian. 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:
- Lung Surgery to Remove Air Sacs (Bullae)
- Lung Decortication and Pleurectomy
- Major Airway Leak Repair
- Total Lung Decortication
- Bronchus Repair During Lung Surgery
- Lung Wedge Resection
- Thoracoscopy with Pleurodesis
- Removal of Part of the Lung (Segmentectomy)
- Thoracoscopic bullae resection
- Lung volume reduction surgery
- Pleural procedure
- VATS bullae plication
- Lung Surface Stripping
- Pleural Membrane Removal
- Lung and Pleura Surgery
- Bronchial Fistula Closure
- Lung Airway Repair
- Tracheobronchial Fistula Surgery
- Lung Peeling Surgery
- Pleural Decortication
- Removal of Lung Scar Tissue
- Lung Membrane Stripping
- Bronchoplasty
- Airway Repair Lung
- Bronchial Resection and Repair
- Thoracotomy with Wedge Resection
- Lung Nodule Removal Surgery
- Therapeutic Lung Resection
- Partial Lung Removal
- VATS Pleurodesis
- Lung Lining Fusion
- Chemical Pleurodesis
- Mechanical Pleurodesis
- Lung segment removal
- Segmentectomy
- Partial lung removal
- Lung resection
CPT Codes:
- 32655: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with resection-plication of bullae, includes any pleural procedure when performed
- 32320: Decortication and parietal pleurectomy
- 32815: Open closure of major bronchial fistula
- 32220: Decortication, pulmonary (separate procedure); total
- 32501: Resection and repair of portion of bronchus (bronchoplasty) when performed at time of lobectomy or segmentectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 32505: Thoracotomy; with therapeutic wedge resection (eg, mass, nodule), initial
- 32650: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with pleurodesis (eg, mechanical or chemical)
- 32484: Removal of lung, other than pneumonectomy; single segment (segmentectomy)
Also known as:
- Lung Tumor Removal with Chest Wall Reconstruction
- Pancoast Tumor Resection
- Apical Lung Tumor Surgery
- Chest Wall Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 32504: Resection of apical lung tumor (eg, Pancoast tumor), including chest wall resection, rib(s) resection(s), neurovascular dissection, when performed; with chest wall reconstruction
Also known as:
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Chest Drainage Catheter
- Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
- Diaphragm Resection with Complex Repair
- Diaphragm part removal with patch
- Complex diaphragm repair
- Diaphragm excision with prosthetic material
- Diaphragm muscle flap repair
CPT Codes:
- 39561: Resection, diaphragm; with complex repair (eg, prosthetic material, local muscle flap)
Also known as:
- Mediastinoscopy with Biopsy
- Mediastinal Biopsy
- Chest Cavity Scope and Biopsy
- Lymphoma Biopsy (Mediastinum)
CPT Codes:
- 39401: Mediastinoscopy; includes biopsy(ies) of mediastinal mass (eg, lymphoma), when performed
Also known as:
- Thoracic Lymph Node Removal (Thoracotomy)
- Mediastinal Lymphadenectomy
- Regional Lymph Node Dissection Chest
- Chest Lymph Node Surgery
- Thoracotomy for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38746: Thoracic lymphadenectomy by thoracotomy, mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Pericardium Removal (Without Heart-Lung Machine)
- Pericardiectomy
- Heart Sac Removal
- Pericardial Stripping
CPT Codes:
- 33030: Pericardiectomy, subtotal or complete; without cardiopulmonary bypass
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
Does Dr. Klijian accept my insurance?
Dr. Klijian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 715-0303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klijian accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Klijian in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
Sharp Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Klijian's office located?
Dr. Ara Klijian's Primary Practice
3131 Berger Ave Ste 250
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 715-0303
What is Dr. Klijian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klijian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831134162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klijian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klijian
What is Dr. Ara Klijian's specialty?
Dr. Klijian is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Klijian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ara Klijian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Klijian is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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 Ara Klijian accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ara Klijian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ara Klijian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klijian's office at (858) 715-0303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ara Klijian?
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