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Dr. Christopher Marsh, MD

Dr. Christopher Marsh, MD

La Jolla, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Marsh, Transplant Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Marsh, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Marsh graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Urology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Marsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marsh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marsh’s office at (858) 554-4310.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Marsh?

    Dr. Christopher Marsh, 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. Marsh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adrenal Surgery, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Liver, Transplant-Pancreas, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Marsh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Mayo Clinic / Rochester, MN, Surgery, Transplant | Mayo Clinic, Transplantation

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Urology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loma Linda University Medical Center | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Marsh board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Marsh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology , American Board of Urology since 1988, American Board of Urology since 1998, American Board of Urology since 2006

    What languages does Dr. Marsh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Marsh treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Marsh 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. Marsh. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • ESRD
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Rejection
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal Transplant Rejection
    • Kidney Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8611: Kidney transplant rejection

    What procedures does Dr. Marsh perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Marsh 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. Marsh. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Abdominal Catheter
    • Intraperitoneal catheter removal
    • Tunneled catheter extraction
    • Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    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:

    • Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
    • Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
    • Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
    • Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple

    Does Dr. Marsh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Marsh 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. Marsh accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Marsh 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

    • Community Health Plan

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Marsh's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Marsh's Primary Practice

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-4310

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    Dr. Christopher Marsh's Practice 2

    9888 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Marsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023098043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marsh?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Marsh's specialty?

    Dr. Marsh 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. Marsh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Marsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Marsh 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 Christopher Marsh accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Marsh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Marsh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Marsh's office at (858) 554-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Marsh?

    Please contact Dr. Marsh's office at (858) 554-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Marsh have?

    Dr. Christopher Marsh is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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