25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fisher, Transplant Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Jonathan Fisher, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Fisher graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at University Of Chicago Hospital. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (858) 554-4310.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fisher?
Dr. Jonathan Fisher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fisher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplant, Portal Hypertension, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Liver, Transplant-Pancreas, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Fisher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fisher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
Residency: University Of Chicago Hospital | University of Chicago Hospitals & Clinics
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fisher treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:
- 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
What procedures does Dr. Fisher perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Fisher performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fisher. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-4310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Fisher in La Jolla, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Fisher's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-4310
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063490670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Jonathan Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Transplant Surgeon near La Jolla, CA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Fisher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jonathan Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Jonathan Fisher accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (858) 554-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (858) 554-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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