Dr. James Lyon, MD
San Diego, CA
40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lyon, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. James Lyon, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Lyon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyon’s office at (858) 565-4877.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lyon?
Dr. James Lyon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Diagnostic Radiologist 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. Lyon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Thrombolytic Therapy, Varicocele, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Lyon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lyon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In
Is Dr. Lyon board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Lyon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Lyon speak?
Dr. Lyon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lyon treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Lyon 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. Lyon. 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:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Kidney Failure
- Renal Failure
- Kidney Shutdown
ICD-10 Codes:
- N19: Unspecified kidney failure
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Lyon perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Lyon 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. Lyon. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
- Selective Venous Catheterization
- Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Vein Catheter
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Venous Embolization
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Vertebral Body Biopsy
- Femur Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
- Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
- Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar
Also known as:
- Superficial Bone Biopsy (e.g., Hip, Rib)
- Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Ilium Biopsy
- Rib Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20220: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; superficial (eg, ilium, sternum, spinous process, ribs)
Also known as:
- Kyphoplasty for Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Vertebral Augmentation
- Spine Fracture Repair (Kyphoplasty)
- Backbone Compression Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 22513: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; thoracic
Also known as:
- Kyphoplasty for Additional Vertebra
- Vertebral Augmentation (Extra Level)
- Spine Fracture Repair (Additional)
- Percutaneous Vertebral Body Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 22515: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; each additional thoracic or lumbar vertebral body (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
- Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Liver Tumors
- RFA Liver
- Percutaneous Liver Ablation
- Liver Tumor Destruction
- Liver Cancer Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 47382: Ablation, 1 or more liver tumor(s), percutaneous, radiofrequency
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Cholangiography (Diagnostic)
- Bile Duct X-ray
- Diagnostic Cholangiogram
- Liver Bile Duct Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 47531: Injection procedure for cholangiography, percutaneous, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- PEG Tube Placement
- G-Tube Insertion
- Feeding Tube Placement (Stomach)
CPT Codes:
- 49440: Insertion of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Abscess or Cyst Drain Catheter Change
- Abscess Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Cyst Drain Replacement
- Radiologically Guided Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 49423: Exchange of previously placed abscess or cyst drainage catheter under radiological guidance (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
- Bile Duct Drain Change
- Biliary Drain Replacement
- Bile Duct Catheter Swap
CPT Codes:
- 47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Kidney Tumor Freezing (Cryotherapy)
- Kidney Drainage Tube Placement
- Renal Tumor Ablation
- Percutaneous Cryotherapy
- Kidney Cancer Freezing
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy
- Nephrostomy Catheter Insertion
- Kidney Drainage Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 50593: Ablation, renal tumor(s), unilateral, percutaneous, cryotherapy
- 50432: Placement of nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter X-ray with Dye
- Antegrade Nephrostogram
- Ureterogram
- Kidney Dye Study
- Ureter Dye Study
CPT Codes:
- 50431: Injection procedure for antegrade nephrostogram and/or ureterogram, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Lyon accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-4877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyon accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lyon in San Diego, 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
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Lyon's office located?
Dr. James Lyon's Primary Practice
3075 Health Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 565-4877
What is Dr. Lyon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689647331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyon
What is Dr. James Lyon's specialty?
Dr. Lyon is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Lyon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lyon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyon is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista 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
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Is James Lyon accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Lyon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lyon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (858) 565-4877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lyon?
Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (858) 565-4877 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Lyon have?
Dr. James Lyon is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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