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Dr. Gihan Wetzel, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Whittier, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wetzel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Gihan Wetzel, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wetzel graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at CORE/Doctors Hospital Program. Dr. Wetzel is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wetzel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wetzel’s office at (714) 774-1450.

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

    • Residency: CORE/Doctors Hospital Program

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wetzel speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wetzel 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. Wetzel. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • 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. Wetzel typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gihan Wetzel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wetzel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wetzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 774-1450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wetzel accept in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Wetzel in Whittier, 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

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wetzel's office located?

    Dr. Gihan Wetzel's Primary Practice

    9080 Colima Rd

    Whittier, CA 90605

    (714) 774-1450

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    Dr. Gihan Wetzel's Practice 2

    1301 N Rose Dr

    Placentia, CA 92870

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    Dr. Gihan Wetzel's Practice 3

    15031 Rinaldi St

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

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

    Dr. Wetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124061296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wetzel?

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

    What is Dr. Gihan Wetzel's specialty?

    Dr. Wetzel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Whittier, 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. Gihan Wetzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wetzel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Orange County Global 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. Gihan Wetzel accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gihan Wetzel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gihan Wetzel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (714) 774-1450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gihan Wetzel?

    Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (714) 774-1450 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wetzel's office located?

    Dr. Wetzel's offices are located in Whittier, CA, Placentia, CA, and Mission Hills, CA.