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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sifuentes, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Monica Sifuentes, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Sifuentes graduated from University of California and completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sifuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sifuentes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sifuentes’s office at (310) 222-3080.
Where did Dr. Sifuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Sifuentes board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Monica Sifuentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sifuentes speak?
Dr. Sifuentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sifuentes typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sifuentes 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. Sifuentes. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sifuentes typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Monica Sifuentes may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Sifuentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sifuentes accept my insurance?
Dr. Sifuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-3080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sifuentes accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Sifuentes in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sifuentes' office located?
Dr. Monica Sifuentes' Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St # 480
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-3080
What is Dr. Sifuentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sifuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144375809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sifuentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sifuentes
What is Dr. Monica Sifuentes's specialty?
Dr. Sifuentes is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
Is this Dr. Monica Sifuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sifuentes is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Los Angeles General 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Monica Sifuentes accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Monica Sifuentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Sifuentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sifuentes's office at (310) 222-3080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Sifuentes?
Please contact Dr. Sifuentes's office at (310) 222-3080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Sifuentes have?
Dr. Monica Sifuentes is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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