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Dr. Joan Duffy, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Bellflower, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Duffy, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Joan Duffy, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Duffy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duffy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duffy’s office at (562) 461-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Duffy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Duffy typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Duffy 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. Duffy. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Duffy typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan Duffy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Duffy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duffy 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. Duffy accept in Bellflower, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Duffy's office located?

    Dr. Joan Duffy's Primary Practice

    9400 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (562) 461-3000

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    Dr. Joan Duffy's Practice 2

    12200 Bellflower Blvd

    Downey, CA 90242

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    Dr. Joan Duffy's Practice 3

    25821 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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

    Dr. Duffy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235206186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duffy?

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

    What is Dr. Joan Duffy's specialty?

    Dr. Duffy is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Bellflower, CA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Joan Duffy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Duffy is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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. Joan Duffy accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joan Duffy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joan Duffy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duffy'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. Joan Duffy?

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

    Where is Dr. Duffy's office located?

    Dr. Duffy's offices are located in Bellflower, CA, Downey, CA, and Harbor City, CA.