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Who is Dr. Pivik, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Christopher Pivik, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pivik completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pivik is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pivik’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pivik’s office at (323) 857-2000.
Where did Dr. Pivik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center
Medical School: University of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada
Is Dr. Pivik board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Pivik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Pivik speak?
Dr. Pivik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pivik treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pivik 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. Pivik. 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.
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Lung surgery aftercare
- Breathing system recovery
- Respiratory post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Superficial Fungal Infection
- Fungal Infection
- Skin fungus
- Dermatophytosis
- Tinea
ICD-10 Codes:
- B369: Superficial mycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Repeated tonsil infection
- Recurring tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does Dr. Pivik perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pivik 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. Pivik. 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.
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Simple Nosebleed Treatment
- Anterior Nasal Hemorrhage Control
- Nosebleed Cautery
- Nasal Packing for Nosebleed
- Stop Nosebleed Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 30901: Control nasal hemorrhage, anterior, simple (limited cautery and/or packing) any method
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Pivik accept my insurance?
Dr. Pivik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pivik accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pivik in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
State of Washington
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Where is Dr. Pivik's office located?
Dr. Christopher Pivik's Primary Practice
6041 Cadillac Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(323) 857-2000
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Christopher Pivik an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Pivik has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Pivik, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Pivik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pivik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962579961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pivik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pivik
What is Dr. Christopher Pivik's specialty?
Dr. Pivik is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Pivik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Pivik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pivik is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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
Where can I learn more about Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
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Is Christopher Pivik accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Pivik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Pivik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pivik's office at (323) 857-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Pivik?
Please contact Dr. Pivik's office at (323) 857-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Pivik have?
Dr. Christopher Pivik is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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