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Dr. Richard Blumenthal, MD

Dr. Richard Blumenthal, MD

Los Alamitos, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blumenthal, Pediatrician in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Richard Blumenthal, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Blumenthal graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Blumenthal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blumenthal’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blumenthal’s office at (562) 594-8853.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Blumenthal board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Blumenthal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Blumenthal speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Blumenthal treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blumenthal 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. Blumenthal. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Blumenthal perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blumenthal 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. Blumenthal. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Blumenthal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blumenthal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 594-8853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blumenthal accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Blumenthal in Los Alamitos, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Mohawk Industries

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blumenthal's office located?

    Dr. Richard Blumenthal's Primary Practice

    3772 Katella Ave Ste 101

    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    (562) 594-8853

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

    Dr. Blumenthal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982718995.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blumenthal?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Blumenthal's specialty?

    Dr. Blumenthal is a Pediatrician near Los Alamitos, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Blumenthal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Blumenthal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blumenthal is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Richard Blumenthal accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Blumenthal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Blumenthal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blumenthal's office at (562) 594-8853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Blumenthal?

    Please contact Dr. Blumenthal's office at (562) 594-8853 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Blumenthal have?

    Dr. Richard Blumenthal is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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