Dr. Thomas Hirose, MD
Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
,Clinical Pathologist
Laguna Hills, CA
32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hirose, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Thomas Hirose, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Hirose completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology and is currently affiliated with Mlk Hospital. Dr. Hirose is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirose’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirose’s office.
Where did Dr. Hirose go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Hirose board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hirose, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Hirose speak?
Dr. Hirose and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hirose typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hirose 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. Hirose. 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:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bleeding Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Coagulation Disorder
- Clotting Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- D689: Coagulation defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Unusual Substances Found in Blood
- Specified Foreign Substances in Blood
- Unexpected Blood Findings
- Unusual Blood Test Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7889: Finding of other specified substances, not normally found in blood
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hirose typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hirose 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. Hirose. 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:
- Therapeutic Apheresis with Immunoadsorption
- Selective Plasma Filtration
- Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption
- Blood Purification Therapy
- Apheresis Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36516: Therapeutic apheresis; with extracorporeal immunoadsorption, selective adsorption or selective filtration and plasma reinfusion
Does Dr. Hirose accept my insurance?
Dr. Hirose accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hirose accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Hirose in Laguna Hills, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hirose's office located?
Dr. Thomas Hirose's Primary Practice
24407 Calle de la Louisa Ste 100
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
What is Dr. Hirose's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hirose's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114960861.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirose?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hirose
What is Dr. Thomas Hirose's specialty?
Dr. Hirose is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Laguna Hills, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Thomas Hirose affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hirose is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Thomas Hirose accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hirose is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Hirose offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hirose's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Hirose?
Please contact Dr. Hirose's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Hirose have?
Dr. Thomas Hirose is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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