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Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel, MD

Los Angeles, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez-Patel, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Lopez-Patel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez-Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez-Patel’s office at (213) 989-7700.

    Where did Dr. Lopez-Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Lopez-Patel speak?

    Dr. Lopez-Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lopez-Patel typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lopez-Patel 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. Lopez-Patel. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lopez-Patel typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lopez-Patel 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. Lopez-Patel. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Lopez-Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez-Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 989-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez-Patel accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Lopez-Patel 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

    • Bay Care Health Network

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lopez-Patel's office located?

    Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel's Primary Practice

    2032 Marengo St

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (213) 989-7700

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    Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel's Practice 2

    1828 E Cesar E Chavez Ave # 1600

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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

    Dr. Lopez-Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689834020.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez-Patel?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez-Patel is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez-Patel is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Maria Lopez-Patel accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Lopez-Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez-Patel's office at (213) 989-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Lopez-Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez-Patel's office at (213) 989-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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