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Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matsushima, Critical Care Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Matsushima is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matsushima’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matsushima’s office at (323) 442-6254.

    What languages does Dr. Matsushima speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Matsushima typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Matsushima 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. Matsushima. 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:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Matsushima typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima may include:

    Please contact Dr. Matsushima's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Matsushima accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matsushima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-6254 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Matsushima accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Matsushima 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Matsushima's office located?

    Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima's Primary Practice

    1520 San Pablo St Fl N

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-6254

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

    Dr. Matsushima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235394362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matsushima?

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

    What is Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima's specialty?

    Dr. Matsushima is a Critical Care Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matsushima is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. 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 Kazuhide Matsushima accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kazuhide Matsushima offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matsushima's office at (323) 442-6254 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kazuhide Matsushima?

    Please contact Dr. Matsushima's office at (323) 442-6254 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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