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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lippincott, Trauma Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michelle Lippincott, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Lippincott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lippincott’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lippincott’s office at (619) 543-7200.
What languages does Dr. Lippincott speak?
Dr. Lippincott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Lippincott typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Lippincott 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. Lippincott. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Lippincott typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Lippincott may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Lippincott's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lippincott accept my insurance?
Dr. Lippincott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lippincott accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lippincott 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lippincott's office located?
Dr. Michelle Lippincott's Primary Practice
File Ste 57326
Los Angeles, CA 90074
(619) 543-7200
What is Dr. Lippincott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lippincott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912467069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lippincott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lippincott
What is Dr. Michelle Lippincott's specialty?
Dr. Lippincott is a Trauma Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Michelle Lippincott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lippincott is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michelle Lippincott accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Lippincott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Lippincott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lippincott's office at (619) 543-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Lippincott?
Please contact Dr. Lippincott's office at (619) 543-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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