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Who is Dr. Singer, Surgeon in Torrance, CA?
Dr. George Singer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Singer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Singer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Singer’s office at (310) 222-1912.
What languages does Dr. Singer speak?
Dr. Singer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Singer treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Singer 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. Singer. 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:
- Suture Removal
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
- Post-urinary tract surgery care
- Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
- Kidney surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
- Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- SAH
- Subarachnoid Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Brain Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Singer perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. George Singer may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Singer's office.
Does Dr. Singer accept my insurance?
Dr. Singer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-1912 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Singer accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Singer 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Singer's office located?
Dr. George Singer's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St # 42
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-1912
What is Dr. Singer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Singer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316175649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Singer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Singer
What is Dr. George Singer's specialty?
Dr. Singer is a Surgeon near Torrance, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Singer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Singer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Singer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor - Ucla Medical Center. 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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Is George Singer accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Singer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Singer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Singer's office at (310) 222-1912 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Singer?
Please contact Dr. Singer's office at (310) 222-1912 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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