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Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Mission Hills, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waskiewicz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Waskiewicz graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Waskiewicz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waskiewicz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waskiewicz’s office at (818) 365-8051.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

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

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waskiewicz speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Waskiewicz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Waskiewicz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waskiewicz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 365-8051 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waskiewicz accept in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Waskiewicz in Mission Hills, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waskiewicz's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz's Primary Practice

    15031 Rinaldi St

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

    (818) 365-8051

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    Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz's Practice 2

    5601 De Soto Ave

    Woodland Hills, CA 91367

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

    Dr. Waskiewicz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497768030.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waskiewicz?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz's specialty?

    Dr. Waskiewicz is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Mission Hills, 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. Thomas Waskiewicz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waskiewicz is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waskiewicz's office at (818) 365-8051 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz?

    Please contact Dr. Waskiewicz's office at (818) 365-8051 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waskiewicz's office located?

    Dr. Waskiewicz's offices are located in Mission Hills, CA and Woodland Hills, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz have?

    Dr. Thomas Waskiewicz is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.