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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Rakoczy-Byun typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Rakoczy-Byun typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rakoczy-Byun's office located?
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kara Rakoczy-Byun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rakoczy-Byun is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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