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Dr. Christopher Dory, MD

Dr. Christopher Dory, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dory, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Dory, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Dory graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Dory is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dory’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dory’s office at (858) 565-0950.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California - San Diego

    • Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dory board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Dory, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Dory speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Dory typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Dory 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. Dory. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Dory typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Dory 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. Dory. 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:

    • Bladder X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Does Dr. Dory accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dory accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-0950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Dory 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dory's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Dory's Primary Practice

    8745 Aero Dr Ste 200

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-0950

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

    Dr. Dory's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063448785.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dory?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Dory's specialty?

    Dr. Dory is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Dory affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dory is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Coronado 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Christopher Dory accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Dory is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Dory offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dory's office at (858) 565-0950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dory?

    Please contact Dr. Dory's office at (858) 565-0950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Dory have?

    Dr. Christopher Dory is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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