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Dr. Rafael Chavez, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chavez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Rafael Chavez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chavez graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Chavez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

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    1200 N State St Rm A7D

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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    Dr. Rafael Chavez's Practice 2

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

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

    Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194120055.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Chavez's specialty?

    Dr. Chavez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Rafael Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Adventist Health Glendale, 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Rafael Chavez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Chavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Chavez?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Chavez's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Burbank, CA.