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Who is Dr. Palatnik, Surgeon in El Segundo, CA?
Dr. Kathy Palatnik is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Segundo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Palatnik is fluent in English, Hebrew, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palatnik’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. Palatnik’s office.
What languages does Dr. Palatnik speak?
Dr. Palatnik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Palatnik treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Palatnik 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. Palatnik. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89894: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Other Skin Changes
- Rashes
- Skin Condition
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Unusual Skin Symptoms
- Skin Discoloration
- Skin Texture Changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
- R238: Other skin changes
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound with Internal Penetration (Follow-up)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Ongoing care for deep abdominal wound
- Healing stomach wall perforation
- Follow-up for internal abdominal injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31609D: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant with penetration into peritoneal cavity, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Abdominal Wall Cut
- Stomach Area Wound
- Abdominal Skin Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31109D: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97515: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Palatnik perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathy Palatnik may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palatnik's office.
Does Dr. Palatnik accept my insurance?
Dr. Palatnik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palatnik accept in El Segundo, CA?
Dr. Palatnik in El Segundo, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palatnik's office located?
Dr. Kathy Palatnik's Primary Practice
222 N Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 1420
El Segundo, CA 90245
What is Dr. Palatnik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palatnik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467767939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palatnik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palatnik
What is Dr. Kathy Palatnik's specialty?
Dr. Palatnik is a Surgeon near El Segundo, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Palatnik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kathy Palatnik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Palatnik is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Kathy Palatnik accepting new patients in El Segundo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathy Palatnik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathy Palatnik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palatnik's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathy Palatnik?
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