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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lunsford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Leif Lunsford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lunsford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lunsford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lunsford’s office at (310) 360-0960.
Is Dr. Lunsford board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leif Lunsford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lunsford speak?
Dr. Lunsford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lunsford typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lunsford 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. Lunsford. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lunsford typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leif Lunsford 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. Lunsford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lunsford accept my insurance?
Dr. Lunsford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 360-0960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lunsford accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lunsford 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lunsford's office located?
Dr. Leif Lunsford's Primary Practice
4121 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 106
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(310) 360-0960
Dr. Leif Lunsford's Practice 2
30465 Avenida de las Flores Ste A
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
What is Dr. Lunsford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lunsford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740236967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lunsford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lunsford
What is Dr. Leif Lunsford's specialty?
Dr. Lunsford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, 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. Leif Lunsford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lunsford is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Leif Lunsford accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leif Lunsford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leif Lunsford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lunsford's office at (310) 360-0960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leif Lunsford?
Please contact Dr. Lunsford's office at (310) 360-0960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leif Lunsford have?
Dr. Leif Lunsford is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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