32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Panagiotides, Thoracic Surgeon in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. George Panagiotides, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Panagiotides graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, Internal Medicine. Dr. Panagiotides is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Panagiotides’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Panagiotides’s office at (562) 531-0019.
Where did Dr. Panagiotides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Florida
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, Internal Medicine | Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - San Francisco | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center | University of Florida Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Panagiotides board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Panagiotides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Panagiotides speak?
Dr. Panagiotides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Panagiotides typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Panagiotides 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. Panagiotides. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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:
- Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
- Collapsed lung
- PSP
- Sudden collapsed lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9311: Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Panagiotides typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Panagiotides 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. Panagiotides. 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:
- 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (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)
Does Dr. Panagiotides accept my insurance?
Dr. Panagiotides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 531-0019 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Panagiotides accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Panagiotides in Lakewood, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Panagiotides' office located?
Dr. George Panagiotides' Primary Practice
3650 South St Ste 206
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 531-0019
What is Dr. Panagiotides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Panagiotides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952317745.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Panagiotides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Panagiotides
What is Dr. George Panagiotides's specialty?
Dr. Panagiotides is a Thoracic Surgeon near Lakewood, 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. George Panagiotides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Panagiotides is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier 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
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Is George Panagiotides accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Panagiotides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Panagiotides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Panagiotides's office at (562) 531-0019 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Panagiotides?
Please contact Dr. Panagiotides's office at (562) 531-0019 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Panagiotides have?
Dr. George Panagiotides is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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