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21 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Mcdow, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Darren Mcdow, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Mcdow graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Mcdow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdow’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdow’s office at (310) 410-9325.
Where did Dr. Mcdow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mcdow speak?
Dr. Mcdow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mcdow treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Mcdow 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. Mcdow. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Rheumatoid Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA Bursitis
- Inflamed Bursa from RA
- Rheumatoid-related Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0629: Rheumatoid bursitis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Which procedures does Dr. Mcdow perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Darren Mcdow may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcdow's office.
Does Dr. Mcdow accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 410-9325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdow accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mcdow 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mcdow's office located?
Dr. Darren Mcdow's Primary Practice
8540 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 1007
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-9325
What is Dr. Mcdow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710905948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdow
What is Dr. Darren Mcdow's specialty?
Dr. Mcdow is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Mcdow to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Darren Mcdow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcdow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Darren Mcdow accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darren Mcdow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Mcdow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdow's office at (310) 410-9325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Mcdow?
Please contact Dr. Mcdow's office at (310) 410-9325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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