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Dr. Tara Humphrey, DO

Anesthesiologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Humphrey, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Tara Humphrey, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Humphrey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Humphrey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Humphrey’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Humphrey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Humphrey typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Humphrey 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. Humphrey. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Dissection
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Torn Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aortic Tear
    • Dissecting Ascending Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta

    Also known as:

    • Planned Wound Closure After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Delayed wound closure
    • Secondary wound closure
    • Post-op wound repair

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z481: Encounter for planned postprocedural wound closure

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Humphrey typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Humphrey 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. Humphrey. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Humphrey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Humphrey 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. Humphrey accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Humphrey 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Humphrey's office located?

    Dr. Tara Humphrey's Primary Practice

    1500 San Pablo St

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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    What hospitals are Dr. Humphrey affiliated with?

    Dr. Humphrey has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Keck Hospital Of Usc,Los Angeles, CA
    Prime Healthcare - St. Francis Medical Center,Lynwood, CA

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

    Dr. Humphrey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649480377.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Humphrey?

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

    What is Dr. Tara Humphrey's specialty?

    Dr. Humphrey is an Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Tara Humphrey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Humphrey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital Of Usc, Prime Healthcare - St. Francis 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

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    Is Dr. Tara Humphrey accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Humphrey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tara Humphrey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Humphrey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Humphrey?

    Please contact Dr. Humphrey's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Humphrey's office located?

    Dr. Humphrey's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.