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Who is Dr. Fleischman, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Fernando Fleischman, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fleischman graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine. Dr. Fleischman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fleischman’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fleischman’s office at (323) 442-5849.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fleischman?
Dr. Fernando Fleischman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fleischman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Fleischman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fleischman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Caribe
Is Dr. Fleischman board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Fleischman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fleischman speak?
Dr. Fleischman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fleischman treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Fleischman 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. Fleischman. 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:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Arch Aneurysm
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Torn Aorta
- Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Aneurysm
- Bulging Aortic Arch
- Weakened Aortic Arch
- Aortic Arch Dilation
- Bulging Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aorta Dilation
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I71019: Dissection of thoracic aorta, unspecified
- I7122: Aneurysm of the aortic arch, without rupture
- I7123: Aneurysm of the descending thoracic aorta, without rupture
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Dissection
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Arch Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
- Torn Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Torn Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Torn Aortic Arch
- Aortic Arch Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
- I7103: Dissection of thoracoabdominal aorta
- I71012: Dissection of descending thoracic aorta
- I71011: Dissection of aortic arch
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
Also known as:
- Other Circulatory System Problems After Surgery
- Postoperative circulatory disorders
- Other heart complications after operation
- Blood vessel issues after surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- I9789: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of the circulatory system, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Fleischman perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Fleischman 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. Fleischman. 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:
- Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
- Endovascular Thoracic Aorta Repair
- TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)
- Descending Aorta Stent Graft
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair (Endovascular)
- Thoracic Aortic Dissection Repair
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33880: Endovascular repair of descending thoracic aorta (eg, aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer, intramural hematoma, or traumatic disruption); involving coverage of left subclavian artery origin, initial endoprosthesis plus descending thoracic aortic extension(s), if required, to level of celiac artery origin
- 33881: Endovascular repair of descending thoracic aorta (eg, aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer, intramural hematoma, or traumatic disruption); not involving coverage of left subclavian artery origin, initial endoprosthesis plus descending thoracic aortic extension(s), if required, to level of celiac artery origin
Also known as:
- Aortic Arch Repair Surgery
- Transverse Aortic Arch Graft
- Aortic Arch Reconstruction
- Heart Bypass Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33871: Transverse aortic arch graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with profound hypothermia, total circulatory arrest and isolated cerebral perfusion with reimplantation of arch vessel(s) (eg, island pedicle or individual arch vessel reimplantation)
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Access for Heart or Vessel Procedure
- Axillary Artery Exposure
- Subclavian Artery Access
- Artery Conduit Creation
- Vascular Access for Endovascular Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 34716: Open axillary/subclavian artery exposure with creation of conduit for delivery of endovascular prosthesis or for establishment of cardiopulmonary bypass, by infraclavicular or supraclavicular incision, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
- Percutaneous Femoral Access
- Endograft Delivery Access
- Artery Closure Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
Also known as:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ascending Aorta Graft for Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery
- Ascending Aorta Replacement
- Heart Bypass for Aorta
- Aortic Valve Suspension
CPT Codes:
- 33859: Ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, includes valve suspension, when performed; for aortic disease other than dissection (eg, aneurysm)
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Fleischman accept my insurance?
Dr. Fleischman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fleischman accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Fleischman 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
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fleischman's office located?
Dr. Fernando Fleischman's Primary Practice
1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5849
What is Dr. Fleischman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fleischman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760654883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fleischman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fleischman
What is Dr. Fernando Fleischman's specialty?
Dr. Fleischman is a Thoracic Surgeon near Los Angeles, 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. Fleischman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fernando Fleischman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fleischman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer 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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Is Fernando Fleischman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Fleischman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Fleischman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fleischman's office at (323) 442-5849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Fleischman?
Please contact Dr. Fleischman's office at (323) 442-5849 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Fleischman have?
Dr. Fernando Fleischman is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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