Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serio, Critical Care Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Serio, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Serio completed his residency at UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School. Dr. Serio is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serio’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. Serio’s office at (619) 294-6244.
Where did Dr. Serio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School | University California
Is Dr. Serio board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Serio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Serio speak?
Dr. Serio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Serio treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Serio 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. Serio. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Serio perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Serio may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Serio's office.
Does Dr. Serio accept my insurance?
Dr. Serio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 294-6244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serio accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Serio 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Serio's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Serio's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 294-6244
What is Dr. Serio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801868708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serio
What is Dr. Kenneth Serio's specialty?
Dr. Serio is a Critical Care Internist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Serio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Serio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serio is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Kenneth Serio accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Serio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Serio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serio's office at (619) 294-6244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Serio?
Please contact Dr. Serio's office at (619) 294-6244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Serio have?
Dr. Kenneth Serio is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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