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Dr. Gary Gochman, MD

Dr. Gary Gochman, MD

Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Clinical Pathologist

Bellflower, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gochman, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Gary Gochman, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gochman graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Gochman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gochman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gochman’s office at (562) 461-3000.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gochman board certified as a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Gochman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Gochman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gochman typically treat?

    As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gochman 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. Gochman. 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine pregnancy check-ups
    • Standard antenatal care
    • Normal pregnancy supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gochman typically perform?

    As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Gochman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gochman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gochman 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. Gochman accept in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Gochman 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gochman's office located?

    Dr. Gary Gochman's Primary Practice

    9400 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (562) 461-3000

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    Dr. Gary Gochman's Practice 2

    9449 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

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

    Dr. Gochman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477612125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gochman?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Gochman's specialty?

    Dr. Gochman is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Bellflower, CA.

    What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?

    A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.

    Is Dr. Gary Gochman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gochman is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, 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 Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Blood Banking & Transfusion 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. Gary Gochman accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Gochman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Gochman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gochman'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. Gary Gochman?

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

    Where is Dr. Gochman's office located?

    Dr. Gochman's offices are located in Bellflower, CA and Downey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Gochman have?

    Dr. Gary Gochman is certified by the American Board of Pathology.