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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cardenas, Family Medicine Specialist in Compton, CA?
Dr. Edward Cardenas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Compton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office at (424) 529-6755.
What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?
Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cardenas 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. Cardenas. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Cardenas may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Cardenas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 529-6755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in Compton, CA?
Dr. Cardenas in Compton, 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
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Edward Cardenas' Primary Practice
135 E Compton Blvd
Compton, CA 90220
(424) 529-6755
What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801327630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas
What is Dr. Edward Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Cardenas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Compton, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Edward Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Los Angeles General 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Cardenas accepting new patients in Compton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (424) 529-6755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (424) 529-6755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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