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Dr. George Singer, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Singer, Surgeon in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. George Singer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Singer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Singer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Singer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Singer typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. George Singer may include:

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

    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 Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    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.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. George Singer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Singer is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 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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