Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tran, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Wen-Ching Tran is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tran’s office at (310) 267-9643.
What languages does Dr. Tran speak?
Dr. Tran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Tran typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tran 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. Tran. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Tran typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tran 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. Tran. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Does Dr. Tran accept my insurance?
Dr. Tran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tran accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Tran 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
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tran's office located?
Dr. Wen-Ching Tran's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 267-9643
What is Dr. Tran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396249538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tran
What is Dr. Wen-Ching Tran's specialty?
Dr. Tran is a Hospitalist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Wen-Ching Tran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tran is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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 Wen-Ching Tran accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wen-Ching Tran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wen-Ching Tran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tran's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wen-Ching Tran?
Please contact Dr. Tran's office at (310) 267-9643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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