Dr. Zhen Mei
Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
Los Angeles, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mei, Clinical Pathologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Zhen Mei is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mei’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mei’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mei speak?
Dr. Mei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Mei typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Mei 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. Mei. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Other Secondary Low Platelet Counts
- Platelet Disorder
- Acquired Thrombocytopenia
- Low Platelets from Other Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6959: Other secondary thrombocytopenia
Also known as:
- Easy Bruising
- Bruises
- Ecchymosis
- Unexplained Bruises
- Bleeding Under Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R233: Spontaneous ecchymoses
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Mei typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zhen Mei may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Mei's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mei accept my insurance?
Dr. Mei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mei accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mei in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mei's office located?
What is Dr. Mei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265813539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mei
What is Dr. Zhen Mei's specialty?
Dr. Mei is a Clinical Pathologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Zhen Mei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mei is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Pathologist. 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 Zhen Mei accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zhen Mei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhen Mei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mei's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhen Mei?
Please contact Dr. Mei's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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