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Dr. Edna Taikwel, MD
Monterey Park, CA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taikwel, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Edna Taikwel, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Monterey Park, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Taikwel graduated from University of Medicine Mandalay and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Taikwel is fluent in English and Burmese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taikwel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taikwel’s office at (626) 312-5488.
Where did Dr. Taikwel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program
Medical School: Inst Of Med I- Yangon- Myanmar | University of Medicine Mandalay | University of Medicine 1
Is Dr. Taikwel board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Edna Taikwel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Taikwel speak?
Dr. Taikwel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Taikwel typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Taikwel 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. Taikwel. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Taikwel typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Edna Taikwel may include:
Please contact Dr. Taikwel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Taikwel accept my insurance?
Dr. Taikwel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 312-5488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taikwel accept in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Taikwel in Monterey Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Taikwel's office located?
Dr. Edna Taikwel's Primary Practice
705 E Garvey Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91755
(626) 312-5488
What is Dr. Taikwel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taikwel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821044389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taikwel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taikwel
What is Dr. Edna Taikwel's specialty?
Dr. Taikwel is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Monterey Park, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Edna Taikwel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taikwel is affiliated with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley 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 Edna Taikwel accepting new patients in Monterey Park, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edna Taikwel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edna Taikwel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taikwel's office at (626) 312-5488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edna Taikwel?
Please contact Dr. Taikwel's office at (626) 312-5488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edna Taikwel have?
Dr. Edna Taikwel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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