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Dr. Gerald Searle, DO
Laguna Hills, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Searle, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Gerald Searle, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Searle is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Searle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Searle’s office at (310) 445-5999.
What languages does Dr. Searle speak?
Dr. Searle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Searle typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Searle 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. Searle. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L258: Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Past skin cancer
- Previous cutaneous malignancy
- History of skin tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Searle typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Searle 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. Searle. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Searle accept my insurance?
Dr. Searle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 445-5999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Searle accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Searle in Laguna Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Searle's office located?
Dr. Gerald Searle's Primary Practice
26081 Merit Cir Ste 109
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(310) 445-5999
What is Dr. Searle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Searle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013148857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Searle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Searle
What is Dr. Gerald Searle's specialty?
Dr. Searle is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Laguna Hills, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Gerald Searle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Searle is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Gerald Searle accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Searle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Searle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Searle's office at (310) 445-5999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Searle?
Please contact Dr. Searle's office at (310) 445-5999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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