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Dr. Brant Putnam, MD

Torrance, CA

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    Who is Dr. Putnam, Surgeon in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Brant Putnam, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Putnam graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery. Dr. Putnam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Putnam’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Putnam’s office at (310) 222-5251.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery | University of Maryland Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Putnam board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brant Putnam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Putnam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Putnam treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Putnam 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. Putnam. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung with Blood
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Hemopneumothorax
    • Blood and Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Hemopneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Gallstone Pancreatitis
    • Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation from Gallstones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Acute Cholecystitis with Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack with Bile Duct Stones
    • Acute Combined Gallstone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8062: Calculus of gallbladder and bile duct with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Which procedures does Dr. Putnam perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Brant Putnam may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Putnam's office.

    Does Dr. Putnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Putnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-5251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Putnam accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Putnam in Torrance, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Putnam's office located?

    Dr. Brant Putnam's Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St # 480

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-5251

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

    Dr. Putnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457407934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Putnam?

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

    What is Dr. Brant Putnam's specialty?

    Dr. Putnam is a Surgeon near Torrance, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Putnam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brant Putnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Putnam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor - Ucla Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Brant Putnam accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brant Putnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brant Putnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Putnam's office at (310) 222-5251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brant Putnam?

    Please contact Dr. Putnam's office at (310) 222-5251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brant Putnam have?

    Dr. Brant Putnam is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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