Dr. Ignacio Acosta, MD

Glendale, CA

52 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Acosta, Surgeon in Glendale, CA?

Dr. Ignacio Acosta, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. He has been practicing for over 52 years. Dr. Acosta graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Acosta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acosta’s office at (818) 790-8020.

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

Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Nacional(Mexico) | National Autonomous University of Mexico / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Ibn Sina National College Faculty of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Acosta speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Acosta typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Acosta 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. Acosta. 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:

Right Leg Pain
Left Leg Pain
Leg Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Pain in right lower limb
Right leg discomfort
Aching right leg
Pain in left lower limb
Left leg discomfort
Aching left leg

ICD-10 Codes:

M79604: Pain in right leg
M79605: Pain in left leg

Also known as:

Localized Swelling
Edema
Localized Edema
Fluid Retention
Swelling in one area

ICD-10 Codes:

R600: Localized edema

Also known as:

Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Mammography
Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mammograms
Breast X-ray
Breast Cancer Check

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

Also known as:

Personal History of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer
Past breast cancer
Previous mammary malignancy
History of breast tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Acosta typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Acosta 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. Acosta. 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:

CPT Codes:

19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

Also known as:

Breast Lesion Localization
Breast Marker Placement
Wire Localization Breast
Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

CPT Codes:

19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

Also known as:

Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
Groin Hernia Surgery
Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
First Inguinal Hernia Fix
Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

CPT Codes:

49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

Does Dr. Acosta accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Acosta's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Acosta's office located?

Dr. Ignacio Acosta's Primary Practice

1808 Verdugo Blvd Ste 409

Glendale, CA 91208

(818) 790-8020

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

Dr. Acosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932145513.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acosta?

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

What is Dr. Ignacio Acosta's specialty?

Dr. Acosta is a Surgeon near Glendale, CA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Ignacio Acosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Acosta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

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