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Dr. Paul Gibbs, MD

La Jolla, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gibbs, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Paul Gibbs, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Gibbs completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gibbs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gibbs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gibbs’s office at (858) 626-6000.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Gibbs board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Gibbs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Gibbs speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gibbs treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Gibbs 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. Gibbs. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Disease
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Other Uterine Disorder
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp
    • Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
    • Uterine Problems
    • Uterine Health Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
    • N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Polyp
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Polyp on Cervix
    • Uterine Cervix Polyp
    • Cervical Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N841: Polyp of cervix uteri

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Condition
    • Duodenal Condition
    • Digestive System Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Does Dr. Gibbs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gibbs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 626-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gibbs accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Gibbs in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gibbs' office located?

    Dr. Paul Gibbs' Primary Practice

    9888 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 626-6000

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

    Dr. Gibbs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134116080.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gibbs?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Gibbs's specialty?

    Dr. Gibbs is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near La Jolla, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Gibbs to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Gibbs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gibbs is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green 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

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    Is Paul Gibbs accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Gibbs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Gibbs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gibbs's office at (858) 626-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Gibbs?

    Please contact Dr. Gibbs's office at (858) 626-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Gibbs have?

    Dr. Paul Gibbs is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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