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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spoto, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Gary Spoto, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Spoto completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Spoto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spoto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spoto’s office.
Where did Dr. Spoto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Spoto board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Spoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Spoto speak?
Dr. Spoto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Spoto typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Spoto 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. Spoto. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
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:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Spoto typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Spoto 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. Spoto. 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Hip Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
- Hip Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of Hip
- Hip Joint Dye Injection
- Hip Joint Imaging Injection
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
- 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
Also known as:
- Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
- Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
- Hysterosalpingography Prep
- Uterine Contrast Injection
CPT Codes:
- 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Spoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Spoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spoto accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Spoto 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 Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spoto's office located?
What is Dr. Spoto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659332062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spoto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spoto
What is Dr. Gary Spoto's specialty?
Dr. Spoto is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gary Spoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spoto is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gary Spoto accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Spoto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Spoto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spoto's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Spoto?
Please contact Dr. Spoto's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Spoto have?
Dr. Gary Spoto is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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