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Dr. David Wortham, MD

Anesthesiologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wortham, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. David Wortham, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wortham graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology St Joseph Hlth Ctrs & Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wortham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wortham’s office at (323) 881-8875.

    Where did Dr. Wortham go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology St Joseph Hlth Ctrs & Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wortham board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Wortham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wortham speak?

    Dr. Wortham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wortham typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wortham 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. Wortham. 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:

    • Homelessness
    • Homelessness and Health
    • Being Homeless
    • Lack of Housing
    • Unsheltered

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5900: Homelessness unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mental Disorder
    • Psychological disorders
    • Emotional problems
    • Behavioral health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F489: Nonpsychotic mental disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wortham typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Wortham may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wortham accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Wortham's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Wortham's office located?

    Dr. David Wortham's Primary Practice

    1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 881-8875

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    Dr. David Wortham's Practice 2

    3579 E Foothill Blvd PMB 278

    Pasadena, CA 91107

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    What is Dr. Wortham's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wortham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912270190.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wortham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wortham

    What is Dr. David Wortham's specialty?

    Dr. Wortham is an Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. David Wortham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wortham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. David Wortham accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Wortham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Wortham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wortham's office at (323) 881-8875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Wortham?

    Please contact Dr. Wortham's office at (323) 881-8875 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wortham's office located?

    Dr. Wortham's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Pasadena, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Wortham have?

    Dr. David Wortham is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.