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Dr. Carol Ishimatsu, MD

Dr. Carol Ishimatsu, MD

Pediatrician, Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Bellflower, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ishimatsu, Pediatrician in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Carol Ishimatsu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Ishimatsu graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Ishimatsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishimatsu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishimatsu’s office at (562) 461-3000.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ishimatsu board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Ishimatsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ishimatsu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ishimatsu typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ishimatsu 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. Ishimatsu. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Airway Spasm
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Acute airway constriction
    • Bronchial spasm
    • Sudden narrowing of airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9801: Acute bronchospasm

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ishimatsu typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ishimatsu 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. Ishimatsu. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Ishimatsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ishimatsu 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. Ishimatsu accept in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Ishimatsu in Bellflower, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Ishimatsu's office located?

    Dr. Carol Ishimatsu's Primary Practice

    9400 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (562) 461-3000

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

    Dr. Ishimatsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699842575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishimatsu?

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

    What is Dr. Carol Ishimatsu's specialty?

    Dr. Ishimatsu is a Pediatrician near Bellflower, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Carol Ishimatsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ishimatsu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Carol Ishimatsu accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Ishimatsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carol Ishimatsu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ishimatsu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carol Ishimatsu?

    Please contact Dr. Ishimatsu's office at (562) 461-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ishimatsu's office located?

    Dr. Ishimatsu's office is located in Bellflower, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Ishimatsu have?

    Dr. Carol Ishimatsu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.