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21 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Covington, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lawndale, CA?
Dr. Sharonda Covington, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawndale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Covington graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Covington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Covington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Covington’s office at (310) 569-8746.
Where did Dr. Covington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Covington board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sharonda Covington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Covington speak?
Dr. Covington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covington typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Covington 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. Covington. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covington typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sharonda Covington may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Covington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Covington accept my insurance?
Dr. Covington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 569-8746 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Covington accept in Lawndale, CA?
Dr. Covington in Lawndale, 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
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Covington's office located?
Dr. Sharonda Covington's Primary Practice
15603 Hawthorne Blvd
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 569-8746
What is Dr. Covington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Covington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174550487.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Covington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Covington
What is Dr. Sharonda Covington's specialty?
Dr. Covington is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lawndale, 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 this Dr. Sharonda Covington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Covington 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sharonda Covington accepting new patients in Lawndale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sharonda Covington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharonda Covington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Covington's office at (310) 569-8746 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharonda Covington?
Please contact Dr. Covington's office at (310) 569-8746 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharonda Covington have?
Dr. Sharonda Covington is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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