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Who is Dr. Pallickal, Internist in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Leejoe Pallickal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pallickal is fluent in English, Malayalam, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pallickal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pallickal’s office at (562) 531-5159.
Is Dr. Pallickal board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Leejoe Pallickal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pallickal speak?
Dr. Pallickal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pallickal typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pallickal 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. Pallickal. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pallickal typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Pallickal 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. Pallickal. 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:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Pallickal accept my insurance?
Dr. Pallickal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 531-5159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pallickal accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Pallickal in Lakewood, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pallickal's office located?
What is Dr. Pallickal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pallickal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346402054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pallickal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pallickal
What is Dr. Leejoe Pallickal's specialty?
Dr. Pallickal is a Internist near Lakewood, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Leejoe Pallickal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pallickal is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Uci Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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
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Is Leejoe Pallickal accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leejoe Pallickal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leejoe Pallickal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pallickal's office at (562) 531-5159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leejoe Pallickal?
Please contact Dr. Pallickal's office at (562) 531-5159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leejoe Pallickal have?
Dr. Leejoe Pallickal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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