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Dr. John Monu, MD

Surgeon

Bellflower, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Monu, Surgeon in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. John Monu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Monu graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at University of Washington Program. Dr. Monu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Monu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monu’s office at (562) 461-3000.

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

    • Residency: University of Washington Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    What languages does Dr. Monu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Monu typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Monu 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. Monu. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Monu typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Monu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Monu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Monu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Monu accept in Bellflower, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • South Atlantic Medical Group IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Monu's office located?

    Dr. John Monu's Primary Practice

    9333 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (562) 461-3000

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    Dr. John Monu's Practice 2

    9449 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

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

    Dr. Monu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942628391.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monu?

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

    What is Dr. John Monu's specialty?

    Dr. Monu is a Surgeon near Bellflower, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. John Monu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Monu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. John Monu accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Monu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Monu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Monu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Monu?

    Please contact Dr. Monu's office at (562) 461-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Monu's office located?

    Dr. Monu's offices are located in Bellflower, CA and Downey, CA.