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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwaw, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Isidore Kwaw, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kwaw completed his residency at L a Co Usc Med Center. Dr. Kwaw is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwaw’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. Kwaw’s office at (310) 271-2744.
Where did Dr. Kwaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L a Co Usc Med Center
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
What languages does Dr. Kwaw speak?
Dr. Kwaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Kwaw treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kwaw 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. Kwaw. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Sprain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Cervical Ligament Sprain
- Whiplash
- Strained Neck Ligaments
ICD-10 Codes:
- S134XXA: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Kwaw perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Isidore Kwaw may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwaw's office.
Does Dr. Kwaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 271-2744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwaw accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kwaw in Los Angeles, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwaw's office located?
Dr. Isidore Kwaw's Primary Practice
9201 W Sunset Blvd Ste 705
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310) 271-2744
Dr. Isidore Kwaw's Practice 3
910 Via de la Paz Ste 100
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-1901
What is Dr. Kwaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962428300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwaw
What is Dr. Isidore Kwaw's specialty?
Dr. Kwaw is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kwaw to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Isidore Kwaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwaw is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital 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 Isidore Kwaw accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Isidore Kwaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Isidore Kwaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwaw's office at (310) 271-2744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Isidore Kwaw?
Please contact Dr. Kwaw's office at (310) 271-2744 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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