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Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine
Professional interests include: pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, thyroid problems, and more.
525 Third Avenue Floor 3
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD is an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine. Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD is affiliated with Sharp HealthCare.

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Office Locations

4405 Vandever Avenue
San Diego, CA 92120
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480 H Street Floor 3
Chula Vista, CA 91910
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Sharp HealthCare

525 Third Avenue Floor 3
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 585-4044
(858) 585-4353
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Sharp HealthCare

5525 Grossmont Center Drive Floor 4
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 644-6815
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Some issues Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2023

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Top 25%

By Affordability:

diabetes screening

In 2012, Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD had a list price for diabetes screening that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 11
doctor visit 344
hospital care 46
inpatient care 46

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 399

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 94
Female 144
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 142
Black 26
Hispanic 43
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 101
From 75 to 84 49
85 and over 13
Less than 65 75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2013

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 46
Dementia 10
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 436

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 86
Female 152
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 144
Black 23
Hispanic 40
Asian 19
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 104
From 75 to 84 53
85 and over 14
Less than 65 67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2014

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 51
Dementia 9
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2015 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 162
lab tests 57
preventive care 57

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 80
Female 170
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 176
Black 0
Hispanic 28
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 122
From 75 to 84 60
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2015

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 42
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 50
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2016 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 222
lab tests 127
preventive care 127

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 31
Female 75
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 77
Black 0
Hispanic 15
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 69
From 75 to 84 20
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2016

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 47
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2017 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 201
lab tests 114
preventive care 114

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 28
Female 78
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 83
Black 0
Hispanic 11
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 52
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2017

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 42
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 45
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2018 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 203
lab tests 112
preventive care 112

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 32
Female 86
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 88
Black 0
Hispanic 17
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 59
From 75 to 84 29
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2018

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 44
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2019 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 221
lab tests 141
preventive care 141

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 45
Female 77
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 80
Black 11
Hispanic 20
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2019

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 49
Dementia 11
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2020 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 94
lab tests 64
preventive care 64

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 41
Female 59
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 62
Black 0
Hispanic 17
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 53
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2020

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 54
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 62
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2021 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 163
lab tests 82
preventive care 82

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 45
Female 88
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 96
Black 0
Hispanic 16
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 63
From 75 to 84 42
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2021

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 48
Dementia 8
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2022 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 220
lab tests 104
preventive care 104

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 110
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 113
Black 13
Hispanic 21
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 78
From 75 to 84 52
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD in 2022

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 29
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 48
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA were lab tests, preventive care, hospital care and inpatient care.

blood draw 11
doctor visit 242
hospital care 46
inpatient care 46
lab tests 100
preventive care 100

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD.

Gender
Female 94
Male 48
Ethnicity
Black / African American 6
Asian / Pacific Islander 1
Non-Hispanic White 96
Hispanic 20
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
85 and over 2
75 to 84 35
Less than 65 12
65 to 74 69

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 4
Osteoporosis 19
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 44
Atrial Fibrillation 10
Dementia 3
Cancer 6

Education & Training

Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Endocrinology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine

Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Endocrinology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sharp HealthCare

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, UnitedHealthcare, Sharp Health Plan, Anthem, Beech Street, Health Net, Medicare, HealthSmart, Humana and Whole Foods Market.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE
Cigna
Aetna
Self-Pay/Uninsured
Blue Shield of California
UnitedHealthcare
Sharp Health Plan
Anthem
Beech Street
Health Net
Medicare
HealthSmart
Humana
Whole Foods Market

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 244 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Deborah Kyung Oh, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
EISAI INC. $210 Lenvima
$210
Valeritas, Inc. $136 V-GO
$136
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. $42 Insulin pump
$42
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC $24 INVOKANA
$24
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc $13 OneTouch
$13
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $216
Consulting Fee $210

Biography

Dr. Deborah Oh's area of specialization is adult endocrinology. She is rated highly by her patients. Her areas of expertise consist of diabetes, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. Dr. Oh seems to be an in-network provider for Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. After attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine for medical school, she completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Dr. Oh is professionally affiliated with Sharp HealthCare. Her practice in La Mesa, CA is open to new patients as reported by Sharp HealthCare.

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