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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cai, Internist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Andrew Cai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cai’s office at (978) 569-6984.
What languages does Dr. Cai speak?
Dr. Cai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cai typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cai 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. Cai. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gangrene
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cai typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Cai 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. Cai. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Cai accept my insurance?
Dr. Cai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 569-6984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cai accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Cai in Torrance, 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
AllCare Health
Amcare Co
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthRight Group
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cai's office located?
What is Dr. Cai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881133247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cai
What is Dr. Andrew Cai's specialty?
Dr. Cai is a Internist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Andrew Cai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cai is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Andrew Cai accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Cai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Cai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cai's office at (978) 569-6984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Cai?
Please contact Dr. Cai's office at (978) 569-6984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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