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Dr. Michelle Charfen, MD

Manhattan Beach, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Charfen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Michelle Charfen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Manhattan Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Charfen completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Charfen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charfen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charfen’s office at (310) 939-7873.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    What languages does Dr. Charfen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Charfen typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Charfen 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. Charfen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Charfen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Charfen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Charfen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Charfen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charfen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 939-7873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Charfen accept in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Charfen in Manhattan Beach, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Charfen's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Charfen's Primary Practice

    855 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste 101

    Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

    (310) 939-7873

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    Emergency Department

    1250 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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    Dr. Michelle Charfen's Practice 3

    2900 Lomita Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

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

    Dr. Charfen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588602486.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charfen?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Charfen's specialty?

    Dr. Charfen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Manhattan Beach, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Michelle Charfen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Charfen is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Michelle Charfen accepting new patients in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Charfen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Charfen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charfen's office at (310) 939-7873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Charfen?

    Please contact Dr. Charfen's office at (310) 939-7873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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