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Dr. John Saad, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saad, Otolaryngologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. John Saad, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Saad completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Otolaryngology; Good Samaritan Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Saad is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saad’s office at (858) 554-8964.

    Where did Dr. Saad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Otolaryngology; Good Samaritan Hosp, General Surgery | Good Samaritan Hospital

    Is Dr. Saad board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Saad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Saad speak?

    Dr. Saad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Saad treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Saad 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. Saad. 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:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Swelling
    • Throat Disorder
    • Swollen voice box
    • Laryngeal edema
    • Throat swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J384: Edema of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Postnasal Drip
    • Sinusitis
    • PND
    • Mucus in throat
    • Throat clearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0982: Postnasal drip

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Does Dr. Saad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8964 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saad accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Saad in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saad's office located?

    Dr. John Saad's Primary Practice

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-8964

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

    Dr. Saad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710942198.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saad?

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

    What is Dr. John Saad's specialty?

    Dr. Saad is a Otolaryngologist near La Jolla, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Saad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Saad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saad is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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

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    Is John Saad accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Saad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Saad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saad's office at (858) 554-8964 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Saad?

    Please contact Dr. Saad's office at (858) 554-8964 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Saad have?

    Dr. John Saad is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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