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Dr. Rebecca Doessant, MD

Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Doessant, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Rebecca Doessant, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Doessant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doessant’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doessant’s office.

    Is Dr. Doessant board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Doessant, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Doessant speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Doessant typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Doessant 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. Doessant. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon

    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:

    • Having a Colostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Colon stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Large intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z933: Colostomy status

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Doessant typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Doessant 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. Doessant. 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:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
    • Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
    • Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
    • Rigid Sigmoidoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Doessant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Doessant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Doessant in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Doessant's office located?

    Dr. Rebecca Doessant's Primary Practice

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

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    Dr. Rebecca Doessant's Practice 2

    1200 N State St

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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

    Dr. Doessant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619152865.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doessant?

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

    What is Dr. Rebecca Doessant's specialty?

    Dr. Doessant is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Rebecca Doessant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Doessant is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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

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    Is Dr. Rebecca Doessant accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Doessant is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rebecca Doessant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Doessant's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rebecca Doessant?

    Please contact Dr. Doessant's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Doessant's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rebecca Doessant have?

    Dr. Rebecca Doessant is certified by the American Board of Surgery.