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Dr. Kenneth Wei, MD

Dr. Kenneth Wei, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist

Los Angeles, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wei, Pulmonologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kenneth Wei, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Wei graduated from University of California and completed his residency at S Ca Kaiser Permanente Md Grp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wei’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wei’s office at (323) 783-4011.

    Where did Dr. Wei go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: S Ca Kaiser Permanente Md Grp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Wei board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Wei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wei speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wei typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    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:

    • Respiratory Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Lung Disorder Screening
    • Breathing Problem Check
    • Pulmonary Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wei typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Wei may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wei accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Wei's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Wei's Primary Practice

    1515 N Vermont Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-4011

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    Dr. Kenneth Wei's Practice 2

    4867 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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

    Dr. Wei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588756977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wei?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Wei's specialty?

    Dr. Wei is a Pulmonologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Kenneth Wei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wei is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kenneth Wei accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Wei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Wei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (323) 783-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Wei?

    Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (323) 783-4011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wei's office located?

    Dr. Wei's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Wei have?

    Dr. Kenneth Wei is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.