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Dr. Matthew Wiepking, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiepking, Critical Care Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Matthew Wiepking, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Wiepking is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiepking’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiepking’s office at (323) 442-6254.

    What languages does Dr. Wiepking speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Wiepking typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Wiepking 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. Wiepking. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Sudden heart failure
    • Acute congestive heart failure
    • Sudden cardiac decompensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Wiepking typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Wiepking may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wiepking's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wiepking accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiepking accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-6254 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiepking accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Wiepking in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Wiepking's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Wiepking's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-6254

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

    Dr. Wiepking's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114330370.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiepking?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Wiepking's specialty?

    Dr. Wiepking is a Critical Care Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Matthew Wiepking affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiepking is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Matthew Wiepking accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Wiepking is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Wiepking offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiepking's office at (323) 442-6254 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Wiepking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiepking's office at (323) 442-6254 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiepking's office located?

    Dr. Wiepking's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.