EverydayHealthLogo
CB

Dr. Carol Berkowitz, MD

Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Carol Berkowitz, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Berkowitz graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (310) 222-5133.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Berkowitz?

    Dr. Carol Berkowitz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Emergency Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Berkowitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Child Abuse, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Torrance, CA community, Dr. Berkowitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Berkowitz board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Berkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Berkowitz typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Heart Wall Birth Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Congenital Cardiac Septal Anomaly
    • Heart Septum Malformation
    • Hole in the Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q219: Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-resistant epilepsy
    • Refractory epilepsy
    • Hard-to-treat epilepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Berkowitz typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Berkowitz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-5133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berkowitz accept in Torrance, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Carol Berkowitz's Primary Practice

    21840 Normandie Ave Ste 1100

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-5133

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Berkowitz affiliated with?

    Dr. Berkowitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center,Torrance, CA

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

    Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144209693.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Carol Berkowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Berkowitz is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?

    Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.

    Is Dr. Carol Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Berkowitz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Carol Berkowitz accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carol Berkowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (310) 222-5133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carol Berkowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (310) 222-5133 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Berkowitz's office is located in Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Berkowitz have?

    Dr. Carol Berkowitz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.