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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heath, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Carmen Heath, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Heath graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed her residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heath’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. Heath’s office at (323) 857-2000.
Where did Dr. Heath go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Heath speak?
Dr. Heath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heath treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Heath 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. Heath. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Heath perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Carmen Heath 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. Heath's office.
Does Dr. Heath accept my insurance?
Dr. Heath 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. Heath accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Heath 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
Apex Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Heath's office located?
Dr. Carmen Heath's Primary Practice
6041 Cadillac Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(323) 857-2000
What is Dr. Heath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295883007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heath
What is Dr. Carmen Heath's specialty?
Dr. Heath 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. Heath to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Carmen Heath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heath is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Carmen Heath accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carmen Heath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carmen Heath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (323) 857-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carmen Heath?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (323) 857-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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