22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fussell, Pulmonologist in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Kevin Fussell, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Fussell graduated from Augusta University - Augusta, GA. Dr. Fussell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fussell’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. Fussell’s office.
Where did Dr. Fussell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN
Medical School: Augusta University - Augusta, GA
What languages does Dr. Fussell speak?
Dr. Fussell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fussell treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fussell 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. Fussell. 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:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
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
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fussell perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kevin Fussell may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fussell's office.
Does Dr. Fussell accept my insurance?
Dr. Fussell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fussell accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Fussell in Encinitas, 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
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scan Health Plan
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fussell's office located?
What is Dr. Fussell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fussell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164404901.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fussell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fussell
What is Dr. Kevin Fussell's specialty?
Dr. Fussell is a Pulmonologist near Encinitas, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Fussell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Fussell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fussell is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
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Is Kevin Fussell accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Fussell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Fussell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fussell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Fussell?
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