Who is Dr. Si, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Si?
Dr. Ming-Sing Si, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Si empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery-Adult & Pediatric, Congenital Heart Disease, Neonatal Cardiac Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Si is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Si go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Si board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ming-Sing Si, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Si speak?
Dr. Si and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Si typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Si 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. Si. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- Open Chest Wound
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Chest Trauma
- Open Thorax Injury
- Chest Wall Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S21109A: Unspecified open wound of unspecified front wall of thorax without penetration into thoracic cavity, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Si typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Si 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. Si. 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:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
Also known as:
- Repair of Holes in the Heart
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD/VSD Repair
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33647: Repair of atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect, with direct or patch closure
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
- Patch Angioplasty Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Graft Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33917: Repair of pulmonary artery stenosis by reconstruction with patch or graft
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Heart Valve Repair
- Tricuspid Valvuloplasty
- Heart Valve Reshaping
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33463: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; without ring insertion
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Si accept my insurance?
Dr. Si accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Si accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Si in Los Angeles, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Si's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Si affiliated with?
Dr. Si has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Si's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Si's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093932261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Si?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Si