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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clements, Obesity Medicine Specialist in Gardena, CA?
Dr. Douglas Clements, DO is an Obesity Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gardena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Clements is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clements’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clements’s office at (310) 325-5111.
What languages does Dr. Clements speak?
Dr. Clements and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clements typically treat?
As an Obesity Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clements 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. Clements. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clements typically perform?
As an Obesity Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Clements may include:
- Complications of Gastric Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Consultation
- Gastric Bypass Follow Up
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
- Medical Weight Management
- Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
- Revisional Weight Loss Surgery
Please contact Dr. Clements' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clements accept my insurance?
Dr. Clements accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clements accept in Gardena, CA?
Dr. Clements in Gardena, 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
Apex Healthcare
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Clements' office located?
Dr. Douglas Clements' Primary Practice
18600 S Figueroa St
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 325-5111
What is Dr. Clements's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clements's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184038622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clements?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clements
What is Dr. Douglas Clements's specialty?
Dr. Clements is a Obesity Medicine Specialist near Gardena, CA.
What does an Obesity Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in obesity treatment focuses on managing obesity by addressing the genetic, biological, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to the condition. These specialists, who may be internists, endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, preventive medicine physicians, neurologists, or other specialists, use a variety of therapeutic interventions such as diet, physical activity, behavioral modifications, and pharmacotherapy to provide a comprehensive approach to care. Obesity medicine physicians often collaborate with dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals, and bariatric surgeons to optimize patient outcomes. They are also skilled in providing pre-, peri-, and post-surgical care for bariatric patients, advocate for obesity prevention, and support individuals affected by obesity.
Is this Dr. Douglas Clements affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clements is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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 an Obesity Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obesity 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 Douglas Clements accepting new patients in Gardena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Clements is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Clements offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clements's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Clements?
Please contact Dr. Clements's office at (310) 325-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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