Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Surgeon in Inglewood, CA?
Dr. Craig Smith, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Inglewood, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Smith graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (310) 673-4900.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Smith board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Craig Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Severe Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Acute abdomen
- Sudden stomach pain
- Emergency abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R100: Acute abdomen
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Biliary Calculi
- Gallbladder Stones
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8080: Other cholelithiasis without obstruction
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Breast Lump
- Breast Disease
- Breast mass
- Breast lesion
- Palpable breast mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- N630: Unspecified lump in unspecified breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Gangrene
- Gangrenous Appendicitis
- Appendix Gangrene
- Dead Tissue in Appendix
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35891: Other acute appendicitis without perforation, with gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
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
Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Craig Smith may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 673-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Inglewood, CA?
Dr. Smith in Inglewood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Craig Smith's Primary Practice
501 E Hardy St Ste 210
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 673-4900
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922190131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Craig Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Surgeon near Inglewood, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Craig Smith accepting new patients in Inglewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (310) 673-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (310) 673-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Smith have?
Dr. Craig Smith is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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