Dr. Edward Gomperts, MD
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gomperts, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Edward Gomperts, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Gomperts graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at South Africa Inst Med Rsch. He is a member of the Hemophilia Foundation of Southern California, American Society of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, American Association for the Advancement of Science, American Medical Association, American Society for Hematology, National Hemophilia Foundation, International Society for Thrombosis and Haemostasis, and World Federation of Hemophilia. Dr. Gomperts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gomperts’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gomperts’s office at (323) 361-2121.
Where did Dr. Gomperts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: South Africa Inst Med Rsch | South African Institute for Medical Research
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Gomperts board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Gomperts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Gomperts speak?
Dr. Gomperts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gomperts treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Gomperts 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. Gomperts. 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.
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Other Neutropenia
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Low neutrophil count
- Acquired neutropenia
- Specific neutropenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D708: Other neutropenia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Hereditary Spherocytosis
- Iron
- Hereditary spherocytosis
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
- Minkowski-Chauffard Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D580: Hereditary spherocytosis
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bleeding Disorder
- Hemorrhagic disorder
- Coagulation disorder
- Blood clotting problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D699: Hemorrhagic condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood and Immune Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- Hematologic Disorders
- Immunological Disorders
- Autoimmune Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- Z862: Personal history of diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Thalassemia Minor
- Thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia
- Thalassemia Trait
ICD-10 Codes:
- D563: Thalassemia minor
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Endocrine and Metabolic Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hormone Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Nutritional Deficiencies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8639: Personal history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Von Willebrand Disease Type 1
- Platelet Disorder
- Von Willebrand disease
- VWD Type 1
- Mild Von Willebrand Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6801: Von Willebrand disease, type 1
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Which procedures does Dr. Gomperts perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward Gomperts may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gomperts' office.
Does Dr. Gomperts accept my insurance?
Dr. Gomperts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gomperts accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gomperts 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
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gomperts' office located?
Dr. Edward Gomperts' Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-2121
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Hemophilia Foundation of Southern California
Member
American Society of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Member
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Member
American Medical Association
Member
American Society for Hematology
Member
National Hemophilia Foundation
Member
International Society for Thrombosis and Haemostasis
Member
World Federation of Hemophilia
Member
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Los Angeles Super Doctors
The Henry S. Kingdon Award for Most Valuable Publication, Antihemophi
What is Dr. Gomperts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gomperts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306946215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gomperts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gomperts
What is Dr. Edward Gomperts's specialty?
Dr. Gomperts is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Los Angeles, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Gomperts to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Gomperts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gomperts is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Edward Gomperts accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Gomperts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Gomperts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gomperts's office at (323) 361-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Gomperts?
Please contact Dr. Gomperts's office at (323) 361-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Gomperts have?
Dr. Edward Gomperts is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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