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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Fernando Gonzalez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (424) 306-5428.
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gonzalez typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gonzalez typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Gonzalez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 306-5428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Gonzalez in Torrance, 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
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
Dr. Fernando Gonzalez's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St Unit 21 Bldg D-9
Torrance, CA 90502
(424) 306-5428
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134878812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Fernando Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, 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 this Dr. Fernando Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Uci Medical 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
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 Fernando Gonzalez accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (424) 306-5428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (424) 306-5428 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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