Dr. Sean Fitzwater, MD
Los Angeles, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzwater, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sean Fitzwater, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fitzwater is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzwater’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzwater’s office at (310) 267-9129.
What languages does Dr. Fitzwater speak?
Dr. Fitzwater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Fitzwater typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Fitzwater 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. Fitzwater. 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:
- Valley Fever
- Coccidioidomycosis
- Desert Fever
- San Joaquin Fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- B389: Coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Herpes Simplex
- Cold Sores
- Fever Blisters
- Oral Herpes
- Genital Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B009: Herpesviral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Fitzwater typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sean Fitzwater may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fitzwater accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzwater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9129 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzwater accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Fitzwater 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
Kaiser Permanente
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fitzwater's office located?
What is Dr. Fitzwater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225455405.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzwater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzwater
What is Dr. Sean Fitzwater's specialty?
Dr. Fitzwater is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Sean Fitzwater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzwater is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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
When to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases 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 Sean Fitzwater accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sean Fitzwater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sean Fitzwater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (310) 267-9129 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sean Fitzwater?
Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (310) 267-9129 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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