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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salem, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Leon Salem, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Salem completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Salem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (213) 667-4784.
Where did Dr. Salem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
Is Dr. Salem board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leon Salem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salem typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salem typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leon Salem may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Salem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 667-4784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Salem 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
Dr. Leon Salem's Primary Practice
4733 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 667-4784
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073661054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Leon Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Leon Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salem is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leon Salem accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leon Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (213) 667-4784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leon Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (213) 667-4784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leon Salem have?
Dr. Leon Salem is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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