Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunn, Thoracic Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Tyler Gunn, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gunn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunn’s office at (310) 423-3851.
What languages does Dr. Gunn speak?
Dr. Gunn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Gunn typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Gunn 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. Gunn. 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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
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:
- High-Output Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Cardiac Output Failure
- Hyperdynamic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with High Output
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5083: High output heart failure
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:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Gunn typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Gunn 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. Gunn. 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:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
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
Does Dr. Gunn accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunn accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Gunn in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunn's office located?
Dr. Tyler Gunn's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-3851
What is Dr. Gunn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083023923.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunn
What is Dr. Tyler Gunn's specialty?
Dr. Gunn 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. Tyler Gunn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunn is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, 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 Tyler Gunn accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tyler Gunn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tyler Gunn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunn's office at (310) 423-3851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tyler Gunn?
Please contact Dr. Gunn's office at (310) 423-3851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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