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Dr. Laura Wachsman

Pediatrician

Los Angeles, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wachsman, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Laura Wachsman is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Wachsman completed her residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics and is currently affiliated with Womens And Childrens Hospital L-902. Dr. Wachsman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wachsman’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wachsman’s office at (323) 226-3691.

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

    • Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Wachsman board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Wachsman is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Wachsman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wachsman typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wachsman 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. Wachsman. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Well-Child Check-up
    • Children's Health
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Child health supervision
    • Infant care visit
    • Routine pediatric exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z762: Encounter for health supervision and care of other healthy infant and child

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wachsman typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Wachsman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wachsman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wachsman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-3691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Wachsman's office located?

    Womens And Childrens Hospital L-902

    1240 N Mission Rd # L-902

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 226-3691

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    Dr. Laura Wachsman's Practice 2

    2051 Marengo St

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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

    Dr. Wachsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356496012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wachsman?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Wachsman's specialty?

    Dr. Wachsman is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Laura Wachsman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wachsman is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Laura Wachsman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Wachsman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Wachsman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wachsman's office at (323) 226-3691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Wachsman?

    Please contact Dr. Wachsman's office at (323) 226-3691 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wachsman's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Wachsman have?

    Dr. Laura Wachsman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.