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Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya, MD

Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dheeriya, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Dheeriya completed her residency at Baystate Medical Center. Dr. Dheeriya is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dheeriya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dheeriya’s office at (310) 784-6300.

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

    • Residency: Baystate Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va

    Is Dr. Dheeriya board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dheeriya speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Dheeriya typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Dheeriya 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. Dheeriya. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Dheeriya typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dheeriya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dheeriya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 784-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dheeriya's office located?

    Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya's Primary Practice

    2900 Lomita Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 784-6300

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    Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya's Practice 2

    514 N Prospect Ave Fl 4

    Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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    Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya's Practice 3

    3285 Skypark Dr

    Torrance, CA 90505

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

    Dr. Dheeriya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770508582.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dheeriya?

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

    What is Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya's specialty?

    Dr. Dheeriya is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dheeriya is affiliated with Torrance Memorial 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Ujjwala Dheeriya accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dheeriya's office at (310) 784-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya?

    Please contact Dr. Dheeriya's office at (310) 784-6300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dheeriya's office located?

    Dr. Dheeriya's offices are located in Torrance, CA and Redondo Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya have?

    Dr. Ujjwala Dheeriya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.