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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Estrada Paz, Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Estrada Paz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Estrada Paz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Estrada Paz’s office at (310) 449-0939.
What languages does Dr. Estrada Paz speak?
Dr. Estrada Paz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Estrada Paz typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Estrada Paz 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. Estrada Paz. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Estrada Paz typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Estrada Paz 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. Estrada Paz. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
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. Estrada Paz accept my insurance?
Dr. Estrada Paz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 449-0939 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Estrada Paz accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Estrada Paz in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Estrada Paz's office located?
Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz's Primary Practice
1223 16th St Ste 3400
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-0939
What is Dr. Estrada Paz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Estrada Paz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093971459.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Estrada Paz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Estrada Paz
What is Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz's specialty?
Dr. Estrada Paz is a Pulmonologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Estrada Paz is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Oscar Estrada Paz accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oscar Estrada Paz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Estrada Paz's office at (310) 449-0939 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oscar Estrada Paz?
Please contact Dr. Estrada Paz's office at (310) 449-0939 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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