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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jakus-Waldman, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Downey, CA?
Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Jakus-Waldman completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Jakus-Waldman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jakus-Waldman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jakus-Waldman’s office at (562) 657-2909.
Where did Dr. Jakus-Waldman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College
Is Dr. Jakus-Waldman board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Jakus-Waldman speak?
Dr. Jakus-Waldman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Jakus-Waldman typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Jakus-Waldman 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. Jakus-Waldman. 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:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-urinary tract surgery care
- Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
- Kidney surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
- Cervix Disorder
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Uterine prolapse
- Vaginal prolapse
- Dropped uterus and vagina
ICD-10 Codes:
- N814: Uterovaginal prolapse, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Jakus-Waldman typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Jakus-Waldman 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. Jakus-Waldman. 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:
- Bladder Injection for Overactivity
- Bladder Chemodenervation
- Botox for Bladder
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
- Overactive Bladder Injection
CPT Codes:
- 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder
Also known as:
- Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
- Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
- Bladder Neck Injection
- Endoscopic Urethral Implant
CPT Codes:
- 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- PTNS
- Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- Tibial Neuromodulation
- Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation
CPT Codes:
- 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming
Also known as:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Vaginal Closure Surgery (Colpocleisis)
- Le Fort Colpocleisis
- Vaginal Obliteration
- Vaginal Prolapse Repair
CPT Codes:
- 57120: Colpocleisis (Le Fort type)
Also known as:
- Pessary Insertion
- Vaginal Pessary Placement
- Intravaginal Support Device Fitting
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse Device
CPT Codes:
- 57160: Fitting and insertion of pessary or other intravaginal support device
Does Dr. Jakus-Waldman accept my insurance?
Dr. Jakus-Waldman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 657-2909 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jakus-Waldman accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Jakus-Waldman in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jakus-Waldman's office located?
Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman's Primary Practice
9449 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 657-2909
What is Dr. Jakus-Waldman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jakus-Waldman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588767016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jakus-Waldman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jakus-Waldman
What is Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman's specialty?
Dr. Jakus-Waldman is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Downey, CA.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jakus-Waldman is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sharon Jakus-Waldman accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jakus-Waldman's office at (562) 657-2909 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharon Jakus-Waldman?
Please contact Dr. Jakus-Waldman's office at (562) 657-2909 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman have?
Dr. Sharon Jakus-Waldman is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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