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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Daniel, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Malini Daniel, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Daniel is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Daniel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Daniel’s office at (310) 825-9011.
What languages does Dr. Daniel speak?
Dr. Daniel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Daniel typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Daniel 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. Daniel. 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 Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Daniel typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Daniel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Daniel. 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:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Pericardiectomy with Heart-Lung Machine
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Pericardium Removal Surgery
- Heart Sac Removal
- Open Heart Pericardiectomy
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33031: Pericardiectomy, subtotal or complete; with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Removal
- LVAD Explantation
- Heart Pump Removal
- Ventricular Assist Device Cannula Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33992: Removal of percutaneous left heart ventricular assist device, arterial or arterial and venous cannula(s), at separate and distinct session from insertion
Also known as:
- ECMO Cannula Removal
- ECMO removal
- ECLS cannula removal
- Extracorporeal life support removal
CPT Codes:
- 33984: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; removal of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), open, 6 years and older
Also known as:
- Double Lung Transplant
- Single Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Bilateral lung transplant
- Sequential lung transplant
- En bloc lung transplant
- Lung transplantation
- One lung transplant
- Lung replacement surgery
- Transplant without heart-lung machine
CPT Codes:
- 32854: Lung transplant, double (bilateral sequential or en bloc); with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 32851: Lung transplant, single; without cardiopulmonary bypass
Does Dr. Daniel accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Daniel accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Daniel 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Daniel's office located?
Dr. Malini Daniel's Primary Practice
100 Medical Plz Ste 630
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 825-9011
What is Dr. Daniel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Daniel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982083630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Daniel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Daniel
What is Dr. Malini Daniel's specialty?
Dr. Daniel is a Thoracic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Malini Daniel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Daniel is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Malini Daniel accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
No, Dr. Malini Daniel is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malini Daniel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Daniel's office at (310) 825-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malini Daniel?
Please contact Dr. Daniel's office at (310) 825-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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