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Dr. Nicolas Gallegos, MD
Rancho Dominguez, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gallegos, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Rancho Dominguez, CA?
Dr. Nicolas Gallegos, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Dominguez, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gallegos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallegos’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. Gallegos’s office at (310) 225-3244.
What languages does Dr. Gallegos speak?
Dr. Gallegos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gallegos treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Gallegos 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. Gallegos. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Gallegos perform as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicolas Gallegos may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gallegos' office.
Does Dr. Gallegos accept my insurance?
Dr. Gallegos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 225-3244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gallegos accept in Rancho Dominguez, CA?
Dr. Gallegos in Rancho Dominguez, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Care Alliance
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gallegos' office located?
Dr. Nicolas Gallegos' Primary Practice
2374 E Pacifica Pl
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220
(310) 225-3244
What is Dr. Gallegos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gallegos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205129509.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallegos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gallegos
What is Dr. Nicolas Gallegos's specialty?
Dr. Gallegos is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Rancho Dominguez, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Gallegos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicolas Gallegos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gallegos is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA 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
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Is Nicolas Gallegos accepting new patients in Rancho Dominguez, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicolas Gallegos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolas Gallegos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (310) 225-3244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolas Gallegos?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (310) 225-3244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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