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Dr. Sewon Oum, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oum, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Sewon Oum, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Oum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oum’s office at (818) 719-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Oum speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oum typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Oum 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. Oum. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oum typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sewon Oum may include:

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

    Does Dr. Oum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 719-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oum accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Oum in Santa Monica, 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)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Oum's office located?

    Dr. Sewon Oum's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (818) 719-2000

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    Dr. Sewon Oum's Practice 2

    25775 McBean Pkwy Ste 215

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Dr. Sewon Oum's Practice 3

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 7501

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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

    Dr. Oum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063772085.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oum?

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

    What is Dr. Sewon Oum's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Sewon Oum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oum is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Ucla West Valley 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Sewon Oum accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sewon Oum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sewon Oum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oum's office at (818) 719-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sewon Oum?

    Please contact Dr. Oum's office at (818) 719-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oum's office located?

    Dr. Oum's offices are located in Santa Monica, CA, Valencia, CA, and Los Angeles, CA.