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Dr. Michael Nguyen, DO

Anesthesiologist

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Anesthesiologist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Michael Nguyen, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nguyen completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (562) 869-0500.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Nguyen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 869-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Downey, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Hospital Bella Vista

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • PIH Health

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Michael Nguyen's Primary Practice

    11500 Brookshire Ave

    Downey, CA 90241

    (562) 869-0500

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    Dr. Michael Nguyen's Practice 2

    8200 Firestone Blvd

    Downey, CA 90241

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    Dr. Michael Nguyen's Practice 3

    12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201

    La Mirada, CA 90638

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326036708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is an Anesthesiologist near Downey, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Michael Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 Dr. Michael Nguyen accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (562) 869-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (562) 869-0500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen's offices are located in Downey, CA and La Mirada, CA.