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Dr. Lauren O'brien, MD

Los Angeles, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'brien, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Lauren O'brien, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. O'brien completed her residency at Long Beach Mem Med Ctr, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’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. O'brien’s office at (323) 442-2582.

    Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Long Beach Mem Med Ctr, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    Is Dr. O'brien board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?

    Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. O'brien treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • 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:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion Reaction
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Transfusion reaction
    • Adverse reaction to blood transfusion
    • Reaction to blood products

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8092XA: Unspecified transfusion reaction, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Other non-ABO blood type reaction to transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Other non-ABO incompatibility
    • Minor blood group reaction
    • Unusual non-ABO blood mismatch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T80A9XA: Other non-ABO incompatibility reaction due to transfusion of blood or blood products, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever After Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Fever
    • Transfusion fever
    • Post-transfusion fever
    • Reaction to blood transfusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5084: Febrile nonhemolytic transfusion reaction

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-2582 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. O'brien in Los Angeles, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?

    Dr. Lauren O'brien's Primary Practice

    1500 San Pablo St

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-2582

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    Dr. Lauren O'brien's Practice 2

    1441 Eastlake Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

    (323) 865-3000

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    Dr. Lauren O'brien's Practice 3

    2011 Zonal Ave Ste 209

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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

    Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689608556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren O'brien's specialty?

    Dr. O'brien is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Los Angeles, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. O'brien to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Community Hospital of Huntington Park, Memorial Hospital of Gardena which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lauren O'brien accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren O'brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (323) 442-2582 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren O'brien?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (323) 442-2582 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren O'brien have?

    Dr. Lauren O'brien is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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