Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Emerson, Thoracic Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Dominic Emerson, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Emerson completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Emerson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emerson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emerson’s office at (310) 423-2766.
Where did Dr. Emerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Emerson speak?
Dr. Emerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Emerson typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Emerson 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. Emerson. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Emerson typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Emerson 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. Emerson. 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:
- Mitral Valve Repair with Ring (Open Heart)
- Mitral Valvuloplasty
- Open Heart Mitral Valve Repair
- Heart Valve Ring Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33426: Valvuloplasty, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic ring
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Does Dr. Emerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Emerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-2766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Emerson accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Emerson in West Hollywood, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Emerson's office located?
Dr. Dominic Emerson's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-2766
What is Dr. Emerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Emerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295050441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Emerson
What is Dr. Dominic Emerson's specialty?
Dr. Emerson is a Thoracic Surgeon near West Hollywood, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Dominic Emerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Emerson is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Dominic Emerson accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dominic Emerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dominic Emerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office at (310) 423-2766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dominic Emerson?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office at (310) 423-2766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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