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Dr. Jay Yelon, DO

Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yelon, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Jay Yelon, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Yelon completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery. Dr. Yelon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yelon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yelon’s office at (516) 978-2179.

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

    • Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery | Nassau County Med Center

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Yelon board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Yelon, DO is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Yelon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Yelon typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Yelon 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. Yelon. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Brief Loss of Consciousness
    • Concussion
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Concussion with Brief LOC
    • Mild TBI with Fainting
    • Short-term Unconsciousness from Head Injury
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S06891A: Other specified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter
    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Yelon typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Yelon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yelon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yelon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 978-2179 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yelon's office located?

    Dr. Jay Yelon's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (516) 978-2179

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

    Dr. Yelon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750379475.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yelon?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Yelon's specialty?

    Dr. Yelon is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Jay Yelon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yelon is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. Jay Yelon accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Yelon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Yelon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yelon's office at (516) 978-2179 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Yelon?

    Please contact Dr. Yelon's office at (516) 978-2179 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yelon's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Yelon have?

    Dr. Jay Yelon is certified by the American Board of Surgery.