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Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun, MD

Vallejo, CA

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    Who is Dr. Rakoczy-Byun, Pulmonologist in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rakoczy-Byun completed her residency at Univ Ca Davis Health System, Internal Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rakoczy-Byun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rakoczy-Byun’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rakoczy-Byun’s office at (510) 625-6266.

    Where did Dr. Rakoczy-Byun go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Health System, Internal Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine | U Ca Davis Med Ctr

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rakoczy-Byun board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rakoczy-Byun speak?

    Dr. Rakoczy-Byun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rakoczy-Byun treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Rakoczy-Byun 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. Rakoczy-Byun. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Rakoczy-Byun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rakoczy-Byun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 625-6266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rakoczy-Byun accept in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Rakoczy-Byun in Vallejo, 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

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's office located?

    Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun's Primary Practice

    975 Sereno Dr

    Vallejo, CA 94589

    (510) 625-6266

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    Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun's Practice 2

    1800 Harrison St Fl 7TH

    Oakland, CA 94612

    (510) 625-6266

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    Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun's Practice 3

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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

    Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912987934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rakoczy-Byun?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun's specialty?

    Dr. Rakoczy-Byun is a Pulmonologist near Vallejo, 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. Rakoczy-Byun to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rakoczy-Byun is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Vacaville Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

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    Is Kara Rakoczy-Byun accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's office at (510) 625-6266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Rakoczy-Byun?

    Please contact Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's office at (510) 625-6266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun have?

    Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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