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Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaerf, Thoracic Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Schaerf completed his residency at University of Miami-Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Schaerf is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaerf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaerf’s office at (818) 843-2334.

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

    • Residency: University of Miami-Jackson Memorial Hospital | Yale New Haven Hospital

    • Medical School: New York Medical College | Columbia College New York

    Is Dr. Schaerf board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Schaerf speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Schaerf treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Schaerf 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. Schaerf. 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:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
    • Infected Cardiovascular Implant
    • Heart Device Infection
    • Vascular Graft Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases

    Also known as:

    • Complete Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    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

    Does Dr. Schaerf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schaerf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 843-2334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaerf accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Schaerf in West Hollywood, 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

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schaerf's office located?

    Dr. Raymond Schaerf's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (818) 843-2334

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    Dr. Raymond Schaerf's Practice 2

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

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    Dr. Raymond Schaerf's Practice 3

    2601 W Alameda Ave Ste 404

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (818) 843-2334

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

    Dr. Schaerf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912903295.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaerf?

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

    What is Dr. Raymond Schaerf's specialty?

    Dr. Schaerf is a Thoracic Surgeon near West Hollywood, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Schaerf to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Raymond Schaerf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schaerf is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center 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 Raymond Schaerf accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Schaerf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raymond Schaerf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaerf's office at (818) 843-2334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Raymond Schaerf?

    Please contact Dr. Schaerf's office at (818) 843-2334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Raymond Schaerf have?

    Dr. Raymond Schaerf is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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