18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Kevin O'brien, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. O'brien graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (562) 933-8743.
Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. O'brien board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin O'brien may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-8743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. O'brien in Long Beach, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Preferred IPA
State of California
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
Dr. Kevin O'brien's Primary Practice
2801 Atlantic Ave Fl 3
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 933-8743
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760444731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Kevin O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Long Beach, CA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Kevin O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care 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 Kevin O'brien accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (562) 933-8743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (562) 933-8743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin O'brien have?
Dr. Kevin O'brien is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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