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Who is Dr. Poa, Thoracic Surgeon in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Li Poa, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Poa completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Poa is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poa’s office at (310) 303-5063.
Where did Dr. Poa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
Is Dr. Poa board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Li Poa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Poa speak?
Dr. Poa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Poa typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Poa 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. Poa. 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:
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Poa typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Poa 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. Poa. 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:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Triple Bypass Surgery (Additional Grafts)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Coronary Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33519: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 3 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Open Heart Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Chest Drainage Catheter
- Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
- Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
- Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
- Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
- Vascular Flow Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft
Does Dr. Poa accept my insurance?
Dr. Poa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 303-5063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poa accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Poa in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Clever Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Poa's office located?
What is Dr. Poa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346277605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poa
What is Dr. Li Poa's specialty?
Dr. Poa is a Thoracic Surgeon near Torrance, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Li Poa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poa is affiliated with Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Li Poa accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Li Poa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Li Poa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poa's office at (310) 303-5063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Li Poa?
Please contact Dr. Poa's office at (310) 303-5063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Li Poa have?
Dr. Li Poa is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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