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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Santillan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Santillan typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cynthia Santillan may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Santillan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
Dr. Cynthia Santillan's Practice 2
8929 University Center Ln Ste 101
San Diego, CA 92122
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.
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. Cynthia Santillan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santillan is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Memorial 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 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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