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Who is Dr. Romero, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Howard Romero, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Romero completed his residency at Huntington Mem Hospital and is currently affiliated with Methodist Hospital. Dr. Romero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero’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. Romero’s office at (818) 502-2344.
Where did Dr. Romero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntington Mem Hospital
Is Dr. Romero board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Romero, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Romero speak?
Dr. Romero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Romero treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Romero perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Romero 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. Romero's office.
Does Dr. Romero accept my insurance?
Dr. Romero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 502-2344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romero accept in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Romero in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Romero's office located?
Dr. Howard Romero's Primary Practice
1420 S Central Ave
Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 502-2344
What is Dr. Romero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700828019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romero
What is Dr. Howard Romero's specialty?
Dr. Romero is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Glendale, 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. Romero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Romero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Garfield Medical Center, Providence St. Mary Medical Center, Monterey Park Hospital. 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 Howard Romero accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Romero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Romero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (818) 502-2344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Romero?
Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (818) 502-2344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Romero have?
Dr. Howard Romero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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