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Dr. Joseph Friedrich, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedrich, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Friedrich, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Friedrich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedrich’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedrich’s office at (310) 222-2345.

    What languages does Dr. Friedrich speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Friedrich typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Friedrich 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. Friedrich. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Friedrich typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Friedrich may include:

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

    Does Dr. Friedrich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friedrich accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Friedrich in Torrance, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Friedrich's office located?

    Harbor-Ucla Medical Center

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-2345

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    Dr. Joseph Friedrich's Practice 2

    111 S Westlake Blvd Ste 110

    Westlake Village, CA 91362

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    Dr. Joseph Friedrich's Practice 3

    26777 Agoura Rd Ste 4

    Calabasas, CA 91302

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

    Dr. Friedrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194212357.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedrich?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Friedrich's specialty?

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joseph Friedrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedrich is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Joseph Friedrich accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Friedrich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Friedrich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedrich's office at (310) 222-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Friedrich?

    Please contact Dr. Friedrich's office at (310) 222-2345 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Friedrich's office located?

    Dr. Friedrich's offices are located in Torrance, CA, Westlake Village, CA, and Calabasas, CA.