Who is Dr. Kavanaugh, Rheumatologist in La Jolla, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kavanaugh?
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kavanaugh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lupus/SLE, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla, CA community, Dr. Kavanaugh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kavanaugh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Rheumatology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Immunology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Saint Louis University, School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO | Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA | Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Kavanaugh board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kavanaugh speak?
Dr. Kavanaugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kavanaugh typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Kavanaugh 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. Kavanaugh. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kavanaugh typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Kavanaugh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kavanaugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Kavanaugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6248 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kavanaugh accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kavanaugh in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kavanaugh's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kavanaugh affiliated with?
Dr. Kavanaugh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kavanaugh's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kavanaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679584486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kavanaugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kavanaugh