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Who is Dr. Escalona, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Lourdes Escalona, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Escalona is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escalona’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escalona’s office at (310) 540-7676.
Is Dr. Escalona board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lourdes Escalona, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Escalona speak?
Dr. Escalona and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Escalona treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escalona 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. Escalona. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Escalona perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lourdes Escalona may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Escalona's office.
Does Dr. Escalona accept my insurance?
Dr. Escalona accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 540-7676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escalona accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Escalona in Torrance, 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
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Escalona's office located?
Dr. Lourdes Escalona's Primary Practice
4101 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 540-7676
What is Dr. Escalona's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escalona's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689616377.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escalona?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escalona
What is Dr. Lourdes Escalona's specialty?
Dr. Escalona is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Escalona to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lourdes Escalona affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Escalona is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Harbor - Ucla Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Lourdes Escalona accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lourdes Escalona is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lourdes Escalona offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escalona's office at (310) 540-7676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lourdes Escalona?
Please contact Dr. Escalona's office at (310) 540-7676 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lourdes Escalona have?
Dr. Lourdes Escalona is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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