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Who is Dr. Erhunmwunsee, Thoracic Surgeon in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Erhunmwunsee is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erhunmwunsee’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erhunmwunsee’s office at (626) 396-2900.
What languages does Dr. Erhunmwunsee speak?
Dr. Erhunmwunsee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Erhunmwunsee treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Erhunmwunsee 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. Erhunmwunsee. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Left Lung
- Cancer Spread to Right Lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Middle Lobe Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer in Left Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Left Lung
- Left Lung Metastasis
- Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
- Right Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung
- C7802: Secondary malignant neoplasm of left lung
- C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
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:
- Thymus Cancer
- Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Thymoma
- Thymic Carcinoma
- Malignant Thymus Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C37: Malignant neoplasm of thymus
Also known as:
- Lung Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Bronchial Carcinoid
- Pulmonary Carcinoid
- Lung NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A090: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Erhunmwunsee perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Erhunmwunsee's office.
Does Dr. Erhunmwunsee accept my insurance?
Dr. Erhunmwunsee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 396-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Erhunmwunsee accept in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Erhunmwunsee in South Pasadena, 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
Amcare Co
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Erhunmwunsee's office located?
Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee's Primary Practice
209 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 396-2900
What is Dr. Erhunmwunsee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Erhunmwunsee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336307735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erhunmwunsee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Erhunmwunsee
What is Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee's specialty?
Dr. Erhunmwunsee is a Thoracic Surgeon near South Pasadena, 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. Erhunmwunsee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Erhunmwunsee is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Loretta Erhunmwunsee accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Erhunmwunsee's office at (626) 396-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Loretta Erhunmwunsee?
Please contact Dr. Erhunmwunsee's office at (626) 396-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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