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Dr. Howard Romero, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Glendale, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Romero completed his residency at Huntington Mem Hospital. Dr. Romero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Romero typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Romero may include:

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

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Howard Romero's Practice 2

    1701 Santa Anita Ave

    South El Monte, CA 91733

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    Dr. Howard Romero's Practice 3

    18300 US Highway 18

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

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    What is Dr. Romero's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Glendale, 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 Dr. Howard Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Romero is affiliated with San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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

    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 Dr. 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 Dr. Howard Romero?

    Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (818) 502-2344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Romero's office located?

    Dr. Romero's offices are located in Glendale, CA, South El Monte, CA, and Apple Valley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Romero have?

    Dr. Howard Romero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.