17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lorber, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Brett Lorber, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Lorber completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Lorber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lorber’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lorber’s office at (310) 517-4785.
Where did Dr. Lorber go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Lorber speak?
Dr. Lorber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lorber typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lorber 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. Lorber. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lorber typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brett Lorber may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lorber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lorber accept my insurance?
Dr. Lorber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 517-4785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lorber accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Lorber in Torrance, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lorber's office located?
What is Dr. Lorber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lorber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225148042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lorber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lorber
What is Dr. Brett Lorber's specialty?
Dr. Lorber is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Brett Lorber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lorber is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brett Lorber accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Lorber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Lorber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lorber's office at (310) 517-4785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Lorber?
Please contact Dr. Lorber's office at (310) 517-4785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Lorber
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
3330 Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505