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Dr. Michael Perlman, MD

Dr. Michael Perlman, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Los Alamitos, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perlman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Michael Perlman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perlman completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Perlman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perlman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perlman’s office at (562) 598-2411.

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

    • Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Thomas Jefferson University Affiliated Hospitals | Jefferson University Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

    Is Dr. Perlman board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Perlman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Perlman speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Perlman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Perlman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perlman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 598-2411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perlman accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Perlman in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Perlman's office located?

    Dr. Michael Perlman's Primary Practice

    3751 Katella Ave

    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    (562) 598-2411

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    Dr. Michael Perlman's Practice 2

    15031 Rinaldi St

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

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    Dr. Michael Perlman's Practice 3

    101 The City Dr S

    Orange, CA 92868

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

    Dr. Perlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144256355.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perlman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Perlman's specialty?

    Dr. Perlman is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Alamitos, 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. Michael Perlman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perlman is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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. Michael Perlman accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Perlman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Perlman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perlman's office at (562) 598-2411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Perlman?

    Please contact Dr. Perlman's office at (562) 598-2411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perlman's office located?

    Dr. Perlman's offices are located in Los Alamitos, CA, Mission Hills, CA, and Orange, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Perlman have?

    Dr. Michael Perlman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.