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Dr. Christopher Lee

Anesthesiologist

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Lee is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (310) 222-2808.

    Is Dr. Lee board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lee is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lee typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Lee may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Lee in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Lee's Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-2808

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    Dr. Christopher Lee's Practice 2

    1670 E 120th St

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    Dr. Christopher Lee's Practice 3

    12021 Wilmington Ave Rm 1059

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA
    High Desert Regional Health Center,Lancaster, CA
    Mlk Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942477195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is an Anesthesiologist near Torrance, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Christopher Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Christopher Lee accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (310) 222-2808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (310) 222-2808 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Lee's offices are located in Torrance, CA and Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Lee have?

    Dr. Christopher Lee is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.