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Dr. Matthew Waxman, MD

Sylmar, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waxman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Matthew Waxman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sylmar, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Waxman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waxman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waxman’s office at (818) 364-3107.

    Is Dr. Waxman board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Waxman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waxman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Waxman treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waxman 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. Waxman. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Waxman perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Matthew Waxman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waxman's office.

    Does Dr. Waxman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waxman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 364-3107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waxman accept in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Waxman in Sylmar, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Waxman's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Waxman's Primary Practice

    14445 Olive View Dr

    Sylmar, CA 91342

    (818) 364-3107

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

    Dr. Waxman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184821183.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waxman?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Waxman's specialty?

    Dr. Waxman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sylmar, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Waxman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Waxman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waxman is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Matthew Waxman accepting new patients in Sylmar, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Waxman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Waxman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waxman's office at (818) 364-3107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Waxman?

    Please contact Dr. Waxman's office at (818) 364-3107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Waxman have?

    Dr. Matthew Waxman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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