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Dr. Cynthia Santillan, MD

Dr. Cynthia Santillan, MD

San Diego, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Cynthia Santillan, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Santillan graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Mallinckrodt Inst Radiol. Dr. Santillan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santillan’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. Santillan’s office at (619) 543-6641.

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

    • Residency: Mallinckrodt Inst Radiol

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, St. Louis, Mo | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Vice Chief of the Body Imaging Section, Chief of Body Computed Tomography | Assistant Clinical Professor

    Is Dr. Santillan board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Cynthia Santillan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Santillan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Santillan treat?

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

    • 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

    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:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    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:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Santillan perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cynthia Santillan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Santillan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santillan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Santillan 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

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Santillan's office located?

    Dr. Cynthia Santillan's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-6641

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    Dr. Cynthia Santillan's Practice 2

    8929 University Center Ln Ste 101

    San Diego, CA 92122

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    Dr. Cynthia Santillan's Practice 3

    1200 Garden View Rd Ste 210

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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

    Dr. Santillan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932132404.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santillan?

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

    What is Dr. Cynthia Santillan's specialty?

    Dr. Santillan is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Santillan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cynthia Santillan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santillan is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is Cynthia Santillan accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Cynthia Santillan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cynthia Santillan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santillan's office at (619) 543-6641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Santillan?

    Please contact Dr. Santillan's office at (619) 543-6641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cynthia Santillan have?

    Dr. Cynthia Santillan is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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