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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Labuguen, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Melinda Labuguen, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Labuguen completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Labuguen is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Labuguen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Labuguen’s office at (760) 242-2311.
Where did Dr. Labuguen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines
What languages does Dr. Labuguen speak?
Dr. Labuguen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Labuguen typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Labuguen 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. Labuguen. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Abnormal Cells in Lung Samples
- Atypical Lung Cells
- Lung Cytology Abnormal
- Cell Changes in Respiratory Samples
ICD-10 Codes:
- R846: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Stomach Ulcer
- Peptic Ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
- Peptic ulcer of the stomach
- Stomach sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K259: Gastric ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Labuguen typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Labuguen may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Labuguen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Labuguen accept my insurance?
Dr. Labuguen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 242-2311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Labuguen accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Labuguen in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
University of California
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Where is Dr. Labuguen's office located?
Dr. Melinda Labuguen's Primary Practice
4101 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90503
(760) 242-2311
What is Dr. Labuguen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Labuguen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902860513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Labuguen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Labuguen
What is Dr. Melinda Labuguen's specialty?
Dr. Labuguen is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Melinda Labuguen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Labuguen is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Melinda Labuguen accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Labuguen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Labuguen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Labuguen's office at (760) 242-2311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Labuguen?
Please contact Dr. Labuguen's office at (760) 242-2311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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