Dr. Patricia Gaitan, MD

Long Beach, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Gaitan, Pediatrician in Long Beach, CA?

Dr. Patricia Gaitan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Gaitan completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Gaitan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaitan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaitan’s office at (262) 933-2000.

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

Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Gaitan speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Patricia Gaitan may include:

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

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

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Gaitan may include:

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

Does Dr. Gaitan accept my insurance?

Dr. Gaitan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 933-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Gaitan accept in Long Beach, CA?

Dr. Gaitan in Long Beach, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Seaside Health Plan
South Atlantic Medical Group IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Gaitan's office located?

Dr. Patricia Gaitan's Primary Practice

2801 Atlantic Ave

Long Beach, CA 90806

(262) 933-2000

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Dr. Patricia Gaitan's Practice 2

6125 Whittier Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90022

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Dr. Patricia Gaitan's Practice 3

6347 Pacific Blvd

Huntington Pk, CA 90255

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What hospitals are Dr. Gaitan affiliated with?

Dr. Gaitan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center,Long Beach, CA

Sutter Coast Hospital,Crescent City, CA

Adventist Health Twin Cities,Templeton, CA

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

Dr. Gaitan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386889632.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaitan?

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

What is Dr. Patricia Gaitan's specialty?

Dr. Gaitan is a Pediatrician near Long Beach, 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. Patricia Gaitan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Gaitan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Sutter Coast Hospital, Adventist Health Twin Cities. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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