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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wieshofer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Erich Wieshofer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wieshofer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wieshofer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wieshofer’s office at (310) 794-0785.
What languages does Dr. Wieshofer speak?
Dr. Wieshofer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wieshofer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wieshofer 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. Wieshofer. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wieshofer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erich Wieshofer 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. Wieshofer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wieshofer accept my insurance?
Dr. Wieshofer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wieshofer accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Wieshofer in Lancaster, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wieshofer's office located?
Dr. Erich Wieshofer's Primary Practice
1600 W Avenue J
Lancaster, CA 93534
(310) 794-0785
What is Dr. Wieshofer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wieshofer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972131944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wieshofer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wieshofer
What is Dr. Erich Wieshofer's specialty?
Dr. Wieshofer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, 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. Erich Wieshofer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wieshofer is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Erich Wieshofer accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erich Wieshofer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erich Wieshofer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wieshofer's office at (310) 794-0785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erich Wieshofer?
Please contact Dr. Wieshofer's office at (310) 794-0785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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