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Who is Dr. Pena, Infectious Disease Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mariasol Pena, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena’s office at (310) 222-2409.
What languages does Dr. Pena speak?
Dr. Pena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pena typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pena 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. Pena. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung infection
- Bacterial pneumonia
- Pseudomonas pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J151: Pneumonia due to Pseudomonas
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:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Other Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Various Bacterial Diseases
- Uncommon Bacterial Infections
- Bacterial disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Other White Blood Cell Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Uncommon white blood cell conditions
- Rare leukocyte disorders
- Specific white blood cell problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7289: Other specified disorders of white blood cells
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Long COVID
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Post-COVID Syndrome
- Long-Haul COVID
- Chronic COVID
ICD-10 Codes:
- U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pena typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mariasol Pena may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Pena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pena accept my insurance?
Dr. Pena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2409 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pena accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pena 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pena's office located?
What is Dr. Pena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962729673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pena
What is Dr. Mariasol Pena's specialty?
Dr. Pena is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Mariasol Pena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pena is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mariasol Pena accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mariasol Pena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mariasol Pena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (310) 222-2409 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mariasol Pena?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (310) 222-2409 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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