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Dr. Midhat Qidwai, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist

Torrance, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Qidwai, Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Midhat Qidwai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Qidwai is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qidwai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qidwai’s office at (310) 548-5161.

    Where did Dr. Qidwai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: St George',s University

    Is Dr. Qidwai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Midhat Qidwai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Qidwai speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Qidwai typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Qidwai 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. Qidwai. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Qidwai typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Qidwai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Qidwai. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Qidwai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Qidwai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 548-5161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Qidwai's office located?

    Dr. Midhat Qidwai's Primary Practice

    4101 Torrance Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90503

    (310) 548-5161

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    Dr. Midhat Qidwai's Practice 2

    1300 W 7th St

    San Pedro, CA 90732

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

    Dr. Qidwai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811953383.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qidwai?

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

    What is Dr. Midhat Qidwai's specialty?

    Dr. Qidwai is an Anesthesiologist near Torrance, 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 Dr. Midhat Qidwai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Qidwai is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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

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    Is Dr. Midhat Qidwai accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Midhat Qidwai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Midhat Qidwai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Qidwai's office at (310) 548-5161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Midhat Qidwai?

    Please contact Dr. Qidwai's office at (310) 548-5161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Qidwai's office located?

    Dr. Qidwai's offices are located in Torrance, CA and San Pedro, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Midhat Qidwai have?

    Dr. Midhat Qidwai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.