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Dr. William Lo, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lo, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. William Lo, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Lo graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Lo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lo’s office at (619) 287-3271.

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

    • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lo board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Lo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lo typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lo 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. Lo. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Droop
    • Falling Eyelid
    • Mechanical Eyelid Droop

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
    • H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids

    Also known as:

    • Pterygium
    • Eye Disease
    • Surfer's Eye
    • Farmer's Eye
    • Wing-shaped Growth on Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11051: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, right eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lo typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Lo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 287-3271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lo in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Lo's office located?

    Dr. William Lo's Primary Practice

    6655 Alvarado Rd

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 287-3271

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

    Dr. Lo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306882493.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lo?

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

    What is Dr. William Lo's specialty?

    Dr. Lo is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. William Lo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lo is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore 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 Dr. William Lo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Lo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Lo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (619) 287-3271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Lo?

    Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (619) 287-3271 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lo's office located?

    Dr. Lo's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Lo have?

    Dr. William Lo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.