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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lezcano, Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sheila Lezcano, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lezcano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lezcano’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. Lezcano’s office at (323) 307-8900.
What languages does Dr. Lezcano speak?
Dr. Lezcano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lezcano treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Lezcano 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. Lezcano. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Hand discomfort
- Aching hand
- Pain in palm or fingers
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79643: Pain in unspecified hand
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Lezcano perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sheila Lezcano may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lezcano's office.
Does Dr. Lezcano accept my insurance?
Dr. Lezcano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 307-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lezcano accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lezcano 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
AllCare Health Plan
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lezcano's office located?
Dr. Sheila Lezcano's Primary Practice
1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 307-8900
What is Dr. Lezcano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lezcano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295098390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lezcano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lezcano
What is Dr. Sheila Lezcano's specialty?
Dr. Lezcano is a Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Lezcano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheila Lezcano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lezcano is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial 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
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Is Sheila Lezcano accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Lezcano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheila Lezcano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lezcano's office at (323) 307-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheila Lezcano?
Please contact Dr. Lezcano's office at (323) 307-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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