Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Romero, Surgeon in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Javier Romero, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Romero completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Romero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romero’s office at (805) 652-6201.
Where did Dr. Romero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Trauma and Critical Care, Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery | University Of S Ca/Lac and Usc | Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca
Is Dr. Romero board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Javier Romero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Romero speak?
Dr. Romero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Romero treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
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:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Disease
- Breast infection with pus
- Nipple abscess
- Mammary abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- N611: Abscess of the breast and nipple
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Romero perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Javier Romero may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Romero's office.
Does Dr. Romero accept my insurance?
Dr. Romero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 652-6201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romero accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Romero in Ventura, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Clinicas del Camino Real
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Ventura County Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Romero's office located?
Dr. Javier Romero's Primary Practice
168 N Brent St Ste 302
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 652-6201
What is Dr. Romero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700940897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romero
What is Dr. Javier Romero's specialty?
Dr. Romero is a Surgeon near Ventura, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Romero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Javier Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Romero is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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
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Is Javier Romero accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Javier Romero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Javier Romero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (805) 652-6201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Javier Romero?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (805) 652-6201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Javier Romero have?
Dr. Javier Romero is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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