Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Biniwale, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Reshma Biniwale, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Biniwale is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Biniwale’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Biniwale’s office at (310) 206-6700.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Biniwale?
Dr. Reshma Biniwale, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Biniwale empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease-Adult & Child, Mechanical Assist Devices, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Transplant-Heart & Lung, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Biniwale is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Biniwale board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Reshma Biniwale, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Biniwale speak?
Dr. Biniwale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Biniwale typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Biniwale 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. Biniwale. 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:
- 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Open Chest Wound
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Chest Trauma
- Open Thorax Injury
- Chest Wall Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S21109A: Unspecified open wound of unspecified front wall of thorax without penetration into thoracic cavity, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Biniwale typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Biniwale performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Biniwale. 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:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Direct Blood Vessel Repair in Chest with Bypass
- Intrathoracic Blood Vessel Repair
- Chest Blood Vessel Surgery
- Vascular Bypass in Chest
CPT Codes:
- 35211: Repair blood vessel, direct; intrathoracic, with bypass
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
Also known as:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Single Lung Transplant
- Double Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Lung transplantation
- One lung transplant
- Lung replacement surgery
- Transplant without heart-lung machine
- Bilateral lung transplant
- Sequential lung transplant
- En bloc lung transplant
CPT Codes:
- 32851: Lung transplant, single; without cardiopulmonary bypass
- 32854: Lung transplant, double (bilateral sequential or en bloc); with cardiopulmonary bypass
Does Dr. Biniwale accept my insurance?
Dr. Biniwale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Biniwale accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Biniwale in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Biniwale's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Biniwale affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Biniwale has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Biniwale's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Biniwale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972676120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Biniwale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Biniwale
What is Dr. Reshma Biniwale's specialty?
Dr. Biniwale is a Thoracic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
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.
Is Dr. Reshma Biniwale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Biniwale is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
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Is Dr. Reshma Biniwale accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Reshma Biniwale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Reshma Biniwale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Biniwale's office at (310) 206-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Reshma Biniwale?
Please contact Dr. Biniwale's office at (310) 206-6700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Biniwale's office located?
Dr. Biniwale's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Reshma Biniwale have?
Dr. Reshma Biniwale is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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