Dr. Lawrence Waldrop, MD

Los Alamitos, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Waldrop, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Alamitos, CA?

Dr. Lawrence Waldrop, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Waldrop completed his residency at St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Waldrop is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldrop’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldrop’s office at (562) 493-6461.

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

Residency: St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx

Is Dr. Waldrop board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Lawrence Waldrop, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Waldrop speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldrop typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waldrop 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. Waldrop. 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:

Routine Adult Health Checkup
Health Checkup
Adult physical exam
Annual wellness visit for adults
General adult medical exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

Also known as:

Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

ICD-10 Codes:

E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

Also known as:

Ataxia
Movement Disorder
Loss of Coordination
Clumsiness
Balance Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

R270: Ataxia, unspecified

Also known as:

High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia

ICD-10 Codes:

E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

Also known as:

Acute Bronchitis
Chest cold
Short-term bronchitis
Acute chest infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldrop typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waldrop 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. Waldrop. 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:

Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal

CPT Codes:

20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

Also known as:

Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
Cerumen Impaction Removal
Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
Professional Ear Cleaning

CPT Codes:

69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

Does Dr. Waldrop accept my insurance?

Dr. Waldrop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 493-6461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Waldrop accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

Dr. Waldrop in Los Alamitos, 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
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Waldrop's office located?

Dr. Lawrence Waldrop's Primary Practice

3791 Katella Ave Ste 104

Los Alamitos, CA 90720

(562) 493-6461

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What hospitals are Dr. Waldrop affiliated with?

Dr. Waldrop has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Los Alamitos Medical Center,Los Alamitos, CA

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

Dr. Waldrop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245264969.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldrop?

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

What is Dr. Lawrence Waldrop's specialty?

Dr. Waldrop is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Alamitos, CA.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

Is Dr. Lawrence Waldrop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Waldrop is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Los Alamitos Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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