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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guerrero, Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Richard Guerrero, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Guerrero graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery. Dr. Guerrero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guerrero’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guerrero’s office at (714) 617-4733.
Where did Dr. Guerrero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Guerrero speak?
Dr. Guerrero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Guerrero treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Guerrero 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. Guerrero. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Inflammation
- Inflamed Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Phlebitis of Varicose Veins
- Venous Insufficiency with Inflammation
- Phlebitis
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Inflamed Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I8311: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
- I8312: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with inflammation
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Which procedures does Dr. Guerrero perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Guerrero may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Guerrero's office.
Does Dr. Guerrero accept my insurance?
Dr. Guerrero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 617-4733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guerrero accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Guerrero in Fountain Valley, 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Guerrero's office located?
Dr. Richard Guerrero's Primary Practice
11100 Warner Ave Ste 258
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 617-4733
What is Dr. Guerrero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guerrero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891715835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guerrero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guerrero
What is Dr. Richard Guerrero's specialty?
Dr. Guerrero is a Surgeon near Fountain Valley, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Guerrero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Guerrero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guerrero is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Placentia Linda 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 Richard Guerrero accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Guerrero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Guerrero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guerrero's office at (714) 617-4733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Guerrero?
Please contact Dr. Guerrero's office at (714) 617-4733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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