Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gucev, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gligor Gucev, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gucev graduated from University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Gucev is fluent in English and Slavic languages, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gucev’s office at (323) 226-4597.
Where did Dr. Gucev go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kiril & Metodij Univ- Med Fak- Skopje- MacEdonia | University of Skopje / Medical College | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine | Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gucev speak?
Dr. Gucev and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Slavic languages
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gucev typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gucev 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. Gucev. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- Fractures
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gucev typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gucev 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. Gucev. 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:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
- Pain Pump for Sciatica
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Injection
- Arm Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Block
- Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gucev accept my insurance?
Dr. Gucev accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-4597 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gucev accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gucev in Los Angeles, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gucev's office located?
Dr. Gligor Gucev's Primary Practice
1500 San Pablo St
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 226-4597
What is Dr. Gucev's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gucev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417904244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gucev?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gucev
What is Dr. Gligor Gucev's specialty?
Dr. Gucev is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Gligor Gucev affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gucev is affiliated with Usc Arcadia Hospital, Los Angeles General 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 Gligor Gucev accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gligor Gucev is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gligor Gucev offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gucev's office at (323) 226-4597 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gligor Gucev?
Please contact Dr. Gucev's office at (323) 226-4597 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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