Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ence, Specialist in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Thomas Ence, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ence graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ence’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ence’s office at (818) 609-7536.
Where did Dr. Ence go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Ence board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ence, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ence speak?
Dr. Ence and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ence treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ence 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. Ence. 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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J918: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Ence accept my insurance?
Dr. Ence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 609-7536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ence accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Ence in Tarzana, 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
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ence's office located?
Dr. Thomas Ence's Primary Practice
18399 Ventura Blvd Ste 245
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 609-7536
What is Dr. Ence's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497779508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ence?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ence
What is Dr. Thomas Ence's specialty?
Dr. Ence is a Specialist near Tarzana, CA. Contact Dr. Ence to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ence is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA 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 Specialist?
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Is Thomas Ence accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ence is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ence offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ence's office at (818) 609-7536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ence?
Please contact Dr. Ence's office at (818) 609-7536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ence have?
Dr. Thomas Ence is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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