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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Powers, Thoracic Surgeon in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Matthew Powers, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Powers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powers’s office at (323) 442-5849.
What languages does Dr. Powers speak?
Dr. Powers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Powers treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Powers 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. Powers. 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.
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Rheumatic Mitral Valvulopathy
- Mitral Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I059: Rheumatic mitral valve disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Powers perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Powers may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Powers' office.
Does Dr. Powers accept my insurance?
Dr. Powers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Powers accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Powers in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Powers' office located?
Dr. Matthew Powers' Primary Practice
4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 520
Torrance, CA 90503
(323) 442-5849
What is Dr. Powers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Powers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033346812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Powers
What is Dr. Matthew Powers's specialty?
Dr. Powers is a Thoracic Surgeon near Torrance, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Powers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Powers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Powers is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence Saint John's Health 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 Matthew Powers accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Powers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Powers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Powers's office at (323) 442-5849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Powers?
Please contact Dr. Powers's office at (323) 442-5849 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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