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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knittel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Redondo Beach, CA?
Dr. Russell Knittel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Redondo Beach, CA. Dr. Knittel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knittel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knittel’s office at (310) 374-5600.
What languages does Dr. Knittel speak?
Dr. Knittel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knittel typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knittel 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. Knittel. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knittel typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Knittel 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. Knittel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Knittel accept my insurance?
Dr. Knittel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 374-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knittel accept in Redondo Beach, CA?
Dr. Knittel in Redondo Beach, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Knittel's office located?
Dr. Russell Knittel's Primary Practice
1812 Artesia Blvd
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 374-5600
What is Dr. Knittel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knittel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861421711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knittel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knittel
What is Dr. Russell Knittel's specialty?
Dr. Knittel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Redondo Beach, 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. Russell Knittel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knittel is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Russell Knittel accepting new patients in Redondo Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Knittel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Knittel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knittel's office at (310) 374-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Knittel?
Please contact Dr. Knittel's office at (310) 374-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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