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Who is Dr. Scarcella, Internist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Louis Scarcella, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Scarcella graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scarcella is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scarcella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scarcella’s office at (949) 465-8155.
Where did Dr. Scarcella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Scarcella board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Louis Scarcella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scarcella speak?
Dr. Scarcella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Scarcella typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Scarcella 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. Scarcella. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Scarcella typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Louis Scarcella may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Scarcella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scarcella accept my insurance?
Dr. Scarcella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 465-8155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scarcella accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Scarcella in Laguna Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Scarcella's office located?
Dr. Louis Scarcella's Primary Practice
24221 Calle de la Louisa Ste 400
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 465-8155
What is Dr. Scarcella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scarcella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821052598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scarcella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scarcella
What is Dr. Louis Scarcella's specialty?
Dr. Scarcella is a Internist near Laguna Hills, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Louis Scarcella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scarcella is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: MemorialCare Saddleback 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Louis Scarcella accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Louis Scarcella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Scarcella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scarcella's office at (949) 465-8155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Scarcella?
Please contact Dr. Scarcella's office at (949) 465-8155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Scarcella have?
Dr. Louis Scarcella is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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