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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, Medicare 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Powell typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hemothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Blood in Chest Cavity
- Bloody Pleural Effusion
- Traumatic Hemothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- J942: Hemothorax
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
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
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
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Powell typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lung Decortication (Thoracoscopy)
- Thoracoscopy with Pleura Removal
- Thoracoscopy with Pleurodesis
- Thoracoscopic lung decortication
- Pleural peel removal
- Lung lining surgery
- VATS pleurectomy
- Surgical pleura removal
- Lung lining removal surgery
- Thoracoscopic pleurectomy
- VATS Pleurodesis
- Lung Lining Fusion
- Chemical Pleurodesis
- Mechanical Pleurodesis
CPT Codes:
- 32652: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with total pulmonary decortication, including intrapleural pneumonolysis
- 32656: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with parietal pleurectomy
- 32650: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with pleurodesis (eg, mechanical or chemical)
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);
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
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.
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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