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Dr. Joshua Rice, MD

Pulmonologist

Los Angeles, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Joshua Rice, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Rice graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Rice is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (213) 977-4979.

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

    • Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rice board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 977-4979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rice 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Rice's Primary Practice

    1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 503

    Los Angeles, CA 90017

    (213) 977-4979

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

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164503744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Rice's specialty?

    Dr. Rice 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. Joshua Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Adventist Health White Memorial, Cedars-Sinai 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

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    Is Dr. Joshua Rice accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Rice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (213) 977-4979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Rice?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (213) 977-4979 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Rice have?

    Dr. Joshua Rice is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.