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Dr. Zaw Lwin, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Neurologist, Psychiatrist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lwin, Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Zaw Lwin, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lwin completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; United Hlthcre Sys/United M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lwin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lwin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lwin’s office at (213) 200-2353.

    Where did Dr. Lwin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; United Hlthcre Sys/United M C, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Inst Of Med I- Yangon- Myanmar

    Is Dr. Lwin board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Zaw Lwin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lwin speak?

    Dr. Lwin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Lwin typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Lwin 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. Lwin. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Lwin typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zaw Lwin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lwin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lwin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lwin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 200-2353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lwin accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Lwin 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 Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Lwin's office located?

    Dr. Zaw Lwin's Primary Practice

    5850 S Main St

    Los Angeles, CA 90003

    (213) 200-2353

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    Room B 069

    12021 Wilmington Ave Rm 1059

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    Dr. Zaw Lwin's Practice 3

    5800 S Eastern Ave Ste 500

    Commerce, CA 90040

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lwin affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lwin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA
    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Olive View - Ucla Medical Center,Sylmar, CA
    High Desert Regional Health Center,Lancaster, CA

    What is Dr. Lwin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437257912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lwin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lwin

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist do?

    A neurologist, child neurologist, or psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with acute, chronic, or cancer-related pain provides expert treatment in both hospital and outpatient settings. Serving as either a primary physician or consultant, they deliver comprehensive care, often coordinating with other specialists to address the complex needs of these patients.

    Is Dr. Zaw Lwin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lwin is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist. 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 Dr. Zaw Lwin accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Zaw Lwin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zaw Lwin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lwin's office at (213) 200-2353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zaw Lwin?

    Please contact Dr. Lwin's office at (213) 200-2353 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lwin's office located?

    Dr. Lwin's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Commerce, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zaw Lwin have?

    Dr. Zaw Lwin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.