46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Romano, Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Thomas Romano, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Romano graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Roger Williams Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Romano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romano’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. Romano’s office at (323) 987-1362.
Where did Dr. Romano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Scripps Green Hospital
Residency: Roger Williams Hosp, Internal Medicine | Roger Williams Medical Center | Roger Williams Medical Center Program
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Romano board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Romano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Romano speak?
Dr. Romano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Romano treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Romano 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. Romano. 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:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Knee
- Pain in Wrist
- Pain in Hip
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Knee Ache
- Knee Discomfort
- Sore Knee
- Wrist Ache
- Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Wrist
- Hip Ache
- Hip Discomfort
- Sore Hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25569: Pain in unspecified knee
- M25539: Pain in unspecified wrist
- M25559: Pain in unspecified hip
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Discoid Lupus
- Lupus
- DLE
- Skin lupus
- Chronic cutaneous lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L930: Discoid lupus erythematosus
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Romano perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Romano may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Romano's office.
Does Dr. Romano accept my insurance?
Dr. Romano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 987-1362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romano accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Romano in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Romano's office located?
Dr. Thomas Romano's Primary Practice
1701 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Ste 510
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 987-1362
What is Dr. Romano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023031184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romano
What is Dr. Thomas Romano's specialty?
Dr. Romano is a Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Romano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Romano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Romano is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Palmdale Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Thomas Romano accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Romano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Romano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (323) 987-1362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Romano?
Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (323) 987-1362 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Romano have?
Dr. Thomas Romano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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