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Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown, MD

Los Alamitos, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Joseph-Brown, Surgeon in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Joseph-Brown graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Joseph-Brown is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph-Brown’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. Joseph-Brown’s office at (562) 430-2103.

    Where did Dr. Joseph-Brown go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard University Hospital | Howard University Program

    • Medical School: Howard Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Joseph-Brown speak?

    Dr. Joseph-Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Joseph-Brown treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Joseph-Brown 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. Joseph-Brown. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Groin Hernia with Blockage
    • Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
    • Obstructed Groin Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Which procedures does Dr. Joseph-Brown perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Joseph-Brown's office.

    Does Dr. Joseph-Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joseph-Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 430-2103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph-Brown accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Joseph-Brown in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Joseph-Brown's office located?

    Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown's Primary Practice

    5122 Katella Ave Ste 220

    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    (562) 430-2103

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    Based on 1 reviews

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    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Joseph-Brown has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Joseph-Brown, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Joseph-Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548457807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph-Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Joseph-Brown is a Surgeon near Los Alamitos, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Joseph-Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph-Brown is affiliated with Uci 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 Denise Joseph-Brown accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Denise Joseph-Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph-Brown's office at (562) 430-2103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Denise Joseph-Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph-Brown's office at (562) 430-2103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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