31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Mest, Anesthesiologist in Hermosa Beach, CA?
Dr. Douglas Mest, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hermosa Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mest graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine. Dr. Mest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mest’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mest’s office at (310) 379-6074.
Where did Dr. Mest go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine | University Of California Irvine | University Of California Irvine | Graduate Hospital/Tenet Healthcare | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Mest board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Mest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mest speak?
Dr. Mest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mest typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mest 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. Mest. 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:
- Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress-Related Depression
- Depression from Life Changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mest typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Mest may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Mest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mest accept my insurance?
Dr. Mest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 379-6074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mest accept in Hermosa Beach, CA?
Dr. Mest in Hermosa Beach, 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
Medicare
Spectrum
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Where is Dr. Mest's office located?
What is Dr. Mest's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578527131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mest?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mest
What is Dr. Douglas Mest's specialty?
Dr. Mest is a Anesthesiologist near Hermosa Beach, 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 this Dr. Douglas Mest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mest is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Mest accepting new patients in Hermosa Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Mest is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Mest offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mest's office at (310) 379-6074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Mest?
Please contact Dr. Mest's office at (310) 379-6074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Mest have?
Dr. Douglas Mest is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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