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Dr. Diana Friend, MD

Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friend, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Diana Friend, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Friend graduated from University of California and completed her residency at S Ca Kaiser Permanente Md Grp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Friend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friend’s office at (323) 857-2000.

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

    • Residency: S Ca Kaiser Permanente Md Grp, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Friend speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Friend typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Friend 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. Friend. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Prenatal Screening
    • Prenatal Testing
    • Antenatal Testing
    • Pregnancy Screening
    • Maternal Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z369: Encounter for antenatal screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
    • Geriatric multigravida care
    • Older mom with previous pregnancies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester

    What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Friend typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by Dr. Diana Friend may include:

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

    Does Dr. Friend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Friend's office located?

    Dr. Diana Friend's Primary Practice

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

    (323) 857-2000

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

    Dr. Friend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184772006.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friend?

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

    What is Dr. Diana Friend's specialty?

    Dr. Friend is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.

    Is Dr. Diana Friend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friend is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN). 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. Diana Friend accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Diana Friend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Diana Friend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friend's office at (323) 857-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Diana Friend?

    Please contact Dr. Friend's office at (323) 857-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Friend's office located?

    Dr. Friend's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.