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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kefalas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Stephen Kefalas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Kefalas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kefalas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kefalas’s office at (310) 423-3277.
Is Dr. Kefalas board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Kefalas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kefalas speak?
Dr. Kefalas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kefalas treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kefalas 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. Kefalas. 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.
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kefalas perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Kefalas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kefalas' office.
Does Dr. Kefalas accept my insurance?
Dr. Kefalas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kefalas accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Kefalas in West Hollywood, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
GlobalHealth
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
Weyco
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Where is Dr. Kefalas' office located?
Dr. Stephen Kefalas' Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-3277
What is Dr. Kefalas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kefalas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285665422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kefalas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kefalas
What is Dr. Stephen Kefalas's specialty?
Dr. Kefalas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Hollywood, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kefalas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Kefalas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kefalas is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Memorial Hospital of Gardena, Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Stephen Kefalas accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Kefalas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Kefalas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kefalas's office at (310) 423-3277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Kefalas?
Please contact Dr. Kefalas's office at (310) 423-3277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Kefalas have?
Dr. Stephen Kefalas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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