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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Posadas, Hospitalist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kristine Posadas, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Posadas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Posadas’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. Posadas’s office at (323) 442-5100.
What languages does Dr. Posadas speak?
Dr. Posadas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Posadas treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Posadas 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. Posadas. 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:
- Anemia
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Posadas perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristine Posadas may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Posadas' office.
Does Dr. Posadas accept my insurance?
Dr. Posadas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Posadas accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Posadas 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
Alliant Techsystems
Altamed Health Services
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Posadas' office located?
Dr. Kristine Posadas' Primary Practice
1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5100
What is Dr. Posadas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Posadas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265929129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Posadas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Posadas
What is Dr. Kristine Posadas's specialty?
Dr. Posadas is a Hospitalist near Los Angeles, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Posadas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristine Posadas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Posadas is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Kristine Posadas accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristine Posadas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristine Posadas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Posadas's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristine Posadas?
Please contact Dr. Posadas's office at (323) 442-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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