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Dr. Hector Ortega, MD

Pediatrician

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ortega, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hector Ortega, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (954) 668-3034.

    What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ortega typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:

    • Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • BMI Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ortega typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Hector Ortega may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 668-3034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ortega 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 Commercial

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • HealthSmart

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. Hector Ortega's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (954) 668-3034

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ortega affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ortega has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Hospital Los Angeles,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275932170.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?

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

    What is Dr. Hector Ortega's specialty?

    Dr. Ortega is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Hector Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ortega is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hector Ortega accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Ortega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (954) 668-3034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hector Ortega?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (954) 668-3034 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. Ortega's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.