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Dr. Joanna Kopacz, MD

Laguna Hills, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kopacz, Infectious Disease Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Joanna Kopacz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. She is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and American Geriatrics Society. Dr. Kopacz is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kopacz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kopacz’s office at (949) 218-7251.

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

      Is Dr. Kopacz board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Joanna Kopacz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011

      What languages does Dr. Kopacz speak?

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

      • English

      • Polish

      What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kopacz typically treat?

      As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kopacz 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. Kopacz. 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 here.

      Also known as:

      • Sepsis
      • E. Coli Sepsis
      • E. Coli Infection
      • Blood Poisoning
      • Septicemia
      • Systemic Bacterial Infection
      • E. coli Blood Infection
      • E. coli Septicemia
      • Bacterial Blood Poisoning

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
      • A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]

      Also known as:

      • Kidney Infection
      • Kidney Disease
      • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
      • Pyelonephritis
      • Acute Kidney Infection
      • Renal Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N10: Acute pyelonephritis

      Also known as:

      • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure
      • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
      • Hypoxic respiratory failure
      • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
      • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
      • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
      • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

      Also known as:

      • Kidney Inflammation
      • Kidney Disease
      • Interstitial Nephritis
      • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

      Also known as:

      • C. diff Infection
      • Gastroenteritis
      • Clostridioides difficile infection
      • Clostridium difficile colitis
      • C. difficile-associated diarrhea

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent

      Also known as:

      • COVID-19
      • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
      • Coronavirus Disease 2019
      • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
      • Novel Coronavirus

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • U071: COVID-19

      What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kopacz typically perform?

      As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joanna Kopacz may include:

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

      Does Dr. Kopacz accept my insurance?

      Dr. Kopacz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 218-7251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Kopacz accept in Laguna Hills, CA?

      Dr. Kopacz in Laguna Hills, 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

      • Blue Shield of California

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Medicare

      • Monarch HealthCare

      • Other Health Care Provider

      • Other Provider Networks

      • State of California

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Kopacz's office located?

      Dr. Joanna Kopacz's Primary Practice

      24411 Health Center Dr Ste 560

      Laguna Hills, CA 92653

      (949) 218-7251

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      Dr. Joanna Kopacz's Practice 2

      27800 Medical Center Rd Ste 264

      Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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      Recognitions

      Memberships & Associations

      Infectious Diseases Society of America

      Member

      American Geriatrics Society

      Member

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

      Dr. Kopacz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275792368.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kopacz?

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

      What is Dr. Joanna Kopacz's specialty?

      Dr. Kopacz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Laguna Hills, CA.

      What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

      An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

      Is this Dr. Joanna Kopacz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Kopacz is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Joanna Kopacz accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Joanna Kopacz is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Joanna Kopacz offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Kopacz's office at (949) 218-7251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Joanna Kopacz?

      Please contact Dr. Kopacz's office at (949) 218-7251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Joanna Kopacz have?

      Dr. Joanna Kopacz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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