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Dr. Eduardo Tovar, MD

Dr. Eduardo Tovar, MD

La Mirada, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tovar, Thoracic Surgeon in La Mirada, CA?

    Dr. Eduardo Tovar, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Tovar graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Tovar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tovar’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. Tovar’s office at (562) 789-5489.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Brooklyn Hospital | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico | National Autonomous University of Mexico / Faculty of Medicine | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Tovar board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Eduardo Tovar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tovar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tovar treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Tovar 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. Tovar. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Complete Heart Block
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Cardiac Tamponade
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium
    • Heart Compression
    • Pericardial Tamponade

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
    • I314: Cardiac tamponade

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Does Dr. Tovar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tovar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-5489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tovar accept in La Mirada, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Bright Health

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tovar's office located?

    Dr. Eduardo Tovar's Primary Practice

    12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401

    La Mirada, CA 90638

    (562) 789-5489

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    Dr. Eduardo Tovar's Practice 2

    12462 Putnam St Ste 200

    Whittier, CA 90602

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    Dr. Eduardo Tovar's Practice 3

    12401 Washington Blvd

    Whittier, CA 90602

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

    Dr. Tovar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598766446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tovar?

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

    What is Dr. Eduardo Tovar's specialty?

    Dr. Tovar is a Thoracic Surgeon near La Mirada, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Tovar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eduardo Tovar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tovar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pih Health Whittier 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

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    Is Eduardo Tovar accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eduardo Tovar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eduardo Tovar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tovar's office at (562) 789-5489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eduardo Tovar?

    Please contact Dr. Tovar's office at (562) 789-5489 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eduardo Tovar have?

    Dr. Eduardo Tovar is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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