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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Korotzer, Pulmonologist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Brian Korotzer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Korotzer completed his residency at La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center. Dr. Korotzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Korotzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Korotzer’s office at (562) 461-3000.
Where did Dr. Korotzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center
What languages does Dr. Korotzer speak?
Dr. Korotzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Korotzer typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Korotzer 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. Korotzer. 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 Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Korotzer typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Korotzer may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Korotzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Korotzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Korotzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Korotzer accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Korotzer in Bellflower, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PIH Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Korotzer's office located?
Dr. Brian Korotzer's Primary Practice
9400 Rosecrans Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 461-3000
What is Dr. Korotzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Korotzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730256751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Korotzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Korotzer
What is Dr. Brian Korotzer's specialty?
Dr. Korotzer is a Pulmonologist near Bellflower, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Brian Korotzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Korotzer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Korotzer accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Korotzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Korotzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Korotzer's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Korotzer?
Please contact Dr. Korotzer's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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