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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Powell, Thoracic Surgeon in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Ledford Powell, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Powell graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Powell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powell’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. Powell’s office at (949) 716-2400.
Where did Dr. Powell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Powell speak?
Dr. Powell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Powell treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:
- Fibrothorax
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Thickened pleura
- Scarred lung lining
- Pleural fibrosis
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J941: Fibrothorax
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
- J918: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Hemothorax
- Malignant Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Cardiopulmonary Syndromes (PDQ®)
- Blood in Chest Cavity
- Bloody Pleural Effusion
- Traumatic Hemothorax
- Cancer-related fluid in lungs
- Cancerous pleural fluid
- Pleural fluid from cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- J942: Hemothorax
- J910: Malignant pleural effusion
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S2242XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Flail Chest
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Paradoxical Breathing Injury
- Chest Wall Instability
- Severe Rib Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S225XXD: Flail chest, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S225XXA: Flail chest, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Thoracic Cancer
- Cancer
- Lung Disease
- Chest Cancer
- Malignant Thoracic Tumor
- Thoracic Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C761: Malignant neoplasm of thorax
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
- Collapsed lung
- PSP
- Sudden collapsed lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9311: Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
What procedures does Dr. Powell perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:
- Lung Decortication (Thoracoscopy)
- Thoracoscopy with Pleurodesis
- Thoracoscopy with Pleura Removal
- Minimally Invasive Lung Nodule Removal
- Thoracoscopic lung decortication
- Pleural peel removal
- Lung lining surgery
- VATS Pleurodesis
- Lung Lining Fusion
- Chemical Pleurodesis
- Mechanical Pleurodesis
- VATS pleurectomy
- Surgical pleura removal
- Lung lining removal surgery
- Thoracoscopic pleurectomy
- Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
- VATS Lung Biopsy/Removal
- Lung Mass Removal (Thoracoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 32652: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with total pulmonary decortication, including intrapleural pneumonolysis
- 32650: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with pleurodesis (eg, mechanical or chemical)
- 32656: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with parietal pleurectomy
- 32666: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with therapeutic wedge resection (eg, mass, nodule), initial unilateral
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Lung Cavity Foreign Body Removal (Thoracoscopy)
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
- Pleural Foreign Body Removal
- Thoracoscopic Fibrin Removal
CPT Codes:
- 32653: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with removal of intrapleural foreign body or fibrin deposit
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Reconstruction after Injury
- Post-Traumatic Chest Wall Repair
- Rib Cage Reconstruction
- Thoracic Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 32820: Major reconstruction, chest wall (posttraumatic)
Also known as:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Also known as:
- Lung Lining Biopsy (Thoracoscopy)
- Pleural Biopsy
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) Biopsy
- Chest Cavity Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32609: Thoracoscopy; with biopsy(ies) of pleura
Also known as:
- Thoracoscopy with Lymph Node Removal
- VATS Lymphadenectomy
- Mediastinal Lymph Node Dissection
- Thoracic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 32674: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Repair of 4-6 Rib Fractures with Internal Fixation
- Rib Fracture Surgery
- Internal Fixation of Ribs
- Thoracoscopic Rib Repair
CPT Codes:
- 21812: Open treatment of rib fracture(s) with internal fixation, includes thoracoscopic visualization when performed, unilateral; 4-6 ribs
Does Dr. Powell accept my insurance?
Dr. Powell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 716-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Powell accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Powell in Laguna Hills, 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
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Powell's office located?
Dr. Ledford Powell's Primary Practice
24411 Health Center Dr Ste 630
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 716-2400
What is Dr. Powell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700832110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Powell
What is Dr. Ledford Powell's specialty?
Dr. Powell is a Thoracic Surgeon near Laguna Hills, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Powell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ledford Powell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Powell is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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 Ledford Powell accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ledford Powell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ledford Powell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (949) 716-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ledford Powell?
Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (949) 716-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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