EverydayHealthLogo
RZ

Dr. Richard Zoraster, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Whittier, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Richard Zoraster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Zoraster graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Zoraster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zoraster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zoraster’s office at (562) 698-0811.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

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

    Yes, Dr. Richard Zoraster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zoraster speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Zoraster may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zoraster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zoraster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-0811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Zoraster's office located?

    Dr. Richard Zoraster's Primary Practice

    12401 Washington Blvd

    Whittier, CA 90602

    (562) 698-0811

    Get Directions

    Dr. Richard Zoraster's Practice 2

    11500 Brookshire Ave

    Downey, CA 90241

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Zoraster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316974074.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zoraster?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Zoraster's specialty?

    Dr. Zoraster 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. Richard Zoraster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zoraster is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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. Richard Zoraster accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Zoraster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Zoraster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zoraster's office at (562) 698-0811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Zoraster?

    Please contact Dr. Zoraster's office at (562) 698-0811 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zoraster's office located?

    Dr. Zoraster's offices are located in Whittier, CA and Downey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Zoraster have?

    Dr. Richard Zoraster is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.