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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deshields, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Laurence Deshields, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Deshields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshields’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. Deshields’s office.
Is Dr. Deshields board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Deshields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Deshields speak?
Dr. Deshields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Deshields treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Deshields 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. Deshields. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Deshields perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laurence Deshields may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Deshields' office.
Does Dr. Deshields accept my insurance?
Dr. Deshields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deshields accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Deshields 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Preferred IPA
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Deshields' office located?
What is Dr. Deshields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deshields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861411084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deshields
What is Dr. Laurence Deshields's specialty?
Dr. Deshields is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Deshields to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurence Deshields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deshields is affiliated with Sovah Health - Danville, Elkhart General Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital of Gardena, Goshen 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Laurence Deshields accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Deshields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Deshields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deshields's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Deshields?
Please contact Dr. Deshields's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Deshields have?
Dr. Laurence Deshields is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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