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Dr. Walter Brannan, MD

Anesthesiologist

Torrance, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brannan, Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Walter Brannan, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Brannan graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brannan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brannan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brannan’s office at (310) 325-9110.

    Where did Dr. Brannan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Brannan board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Brannan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Brannan speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Brannan 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. Brannan. 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 pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Brannan 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. Brannan. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Brannan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brannan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-9110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brannan accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Brannan in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brannan's office located?

    Dr. Walter Brannan's Primary Practice

    3330 Lomita Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 325-9110

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

    Dr. Brannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548282817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brannan?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Brannan's specialty?

    Dr. Brannan is an Anesthesiologist near Torrance, 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. Walter Brannan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brannan is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Walter Brannan accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Brannan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Brannan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brannan's office at (310) 325-9110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Brannan?

    Please contact Dr. Brannan's office at (310) 325-9110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brannan's office located?

    Dr. Brannan's office is located in Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Brannan have?

    Dr. Walter Brannan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.