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Dr. Carlos Guzman, MD

Surgeon

Lynwood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guzman, Surgeon in Lynwood, CA?

    Dr. Carlos Guzman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lynwood, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guzman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guzman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guzman’s office at (310) 900-8900.

    What languages does Dr. Guzman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Guzman typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Guzman 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. Guzman. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Guzman typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Guzman 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. Guzman. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Guzman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guzman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 900-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guzman accept in Lynwood, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Guzman's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Guzman's Primary Practice

    3630 E Imperial Hwy

    Lynwood, CA 90262

    (310) 900-8900

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    Dr. Carlos Guzman's Practice 2

    1050 Linden Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90813

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

    Dr. Guzman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982090668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guzman?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Guzman's specialty?

    Dr. Guzman is a Surgeon near Lynwood, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Carlos Guzman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guzman is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Uci Medical Center 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 Dr. Carlos Guzman accepting new patients in Lynwood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Guzman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Guzman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guzman's office at (310) 900-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Guzman?

    Please contact Dr. Guzman's office at (310) 900-8900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Guzman's office located?

    Dr. Guzman's offices are located in Lynwood, CA and Long Beach, CA.