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Dr. Hector Lastra, MD

Huntington Park, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lastra, Pediatrician in Huntington Park, CA?

    Dr. Hector Lastra, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Huntington Park, CA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Lastra graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Lastra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lastra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lastra’s office at (323) 581-3010.

    Where did Dr. Lastra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Lastra board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Lastra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Lastra speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lastra treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lastra 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. Lastra. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Health Concerns
    • Health Anxiety
    • Somatic Symptoms
    • Undiagnosed Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
    • Viral Infection
    • Enteroviral Stomatitis
    • Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
    • HFMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Injury
    • Many injuries
    • Several injuries
    • Polytrauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T07XXXA: Unspecified multiple injuries, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Lastra perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Hector Lastra may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lastra's office.

    Does Dr. Lastra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lastra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 581-3010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lastra accept in Huntington Park, CA?

    Dr. Lastra in Huntington Park, 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Lastra's office located?

    Dr. Hector Lastra's Primary Practice

    2750 E Slauson Ave

    Huntington Park, CA 90255

    (323) 581-3010

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

    Dr. Lastra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982817128.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lastra?

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

    What is Dr. Hector Lastra's specialty?

    Dr. Lastra is a Pediatrician near Huntington Park, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Lastra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hector Lastra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lastra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Downey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Hector Lastra accepting new patients in Huntington Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Lastra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Lastra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lastra's office at (323) 581-3010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hector Lastra?

    Please contact Dr. Lastra's office at (323) 581-3010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Lastra have?

    Dr. Hector Lastra is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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