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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smart, Surgeon in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Blair Smart, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Smart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smart’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smart’s office at (562) 967-2885.
What languages does Dr. Smart speak?
Dr. Smart and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Smart typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Smart 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. Smart. 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 Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Smart typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Smart performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Smart. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Smart accept my insurance?
Dr. Smart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 967-2885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smart accept in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Smart in La Mirada, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smart's office located?
Dr. Blair Smart's Primary Practice
12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 967-2885
What is Dr. Smart's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548622194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smart?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smart
What is Dr. Blair Smart's specialty?
Dr. Smart is a Surgeon near La Mirada, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Blair Smart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smart is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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
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Is Blair Smart accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?
Yes, Dr. Blair Smart is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blair Smart offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smart's office at (562) 967-2885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blair Smart?
Please contact Dr. Smart's office at (562) 967-2885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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