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Dr. Adam Wass, MD

Dr. Adam Wass, MD

Costa Mesa, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wass, Family Medicine Specialist in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Adam Wass, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Wass completed his residency at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Wass is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wass’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wass’s office at (714) 557-6300.

    Where did Dr. Wass go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Northridge Hospital Medical Center

    Is Dr. Wass board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Adam Wass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wass speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wass typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wass 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. Wass. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wass typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wass 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. Wass. 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:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Wass accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 557-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wass accept in Costa Mesa, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wass' office located?

    Dr. Adam Wass' Primary Practice

    722 Baker St

    Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    (714) 557-6300

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wass affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wass has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Orange Coast Medical Center,Fountain Valley, CA
    Saddleback Medical Center,Laguna Hills, CA
    Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center,Long Beach, CA

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of MemorialCare Physician Society

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

    Dr. Wass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831140938.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wass?

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

    What is Dr. Adam Wass's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Adam Wass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wass is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Adam Wass accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Adam Wass is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adam Wass offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wass' office at (714) 557-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Adam Wass?

    Please contact Dr. Wass' office at (714) 557-6300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wass' office located?

    Dr. Wass' office is located in Costa Mesa, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Adam Wass have?

    Dr. Adam Wass is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.