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Dr. Denise Whitfield, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whitfield, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Denise Whitfield, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Whitfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitfield’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitfield’s office at (424) 306-5432.

    Is Dr. Whitfield board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Denise Whitfield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitfield speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitfield typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whitfield 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. Whitfield. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitfield typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Denise Whitfield may include:

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

    Does Dr. Whitfield accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 306-5432 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whitfield's office located?

    Dr. Denise Whitfield's Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (424) 306-5432

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    Dr. Denise Whitfield's Practice 2

    12401 Washington Blvd

    Whittier, CA 90602

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

    Dr. Whitfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386612208.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitfield?

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

    What is Dr. Denise Whitfield's specialty?

    Dr. Whitfield is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Denise Whitfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whitfield is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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. Denise Whitfield accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Denise Whitfield is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Denise Whitfield offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitfield's office at (424) 306-5432 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Denise Whitfield?

    Please contact Dr. Whitfield's office at (424) 306-5432 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whitfield's office located?

    Dr. Whitfield's offices are located in Torrance, CA and Whittier, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Denise Whitfield have?

    Dr. Denise Whitfield is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.