When looking for a hospital in Torrance, you will come across another name besides Memorial and Harbor UCLA.

It is Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center, referred to as PLCM.

https://www.providence.org/locations/socal/plcm-torrance

Located on Torrance Boulevard, this hospital is a Catholic nonprofit medical institution with a long history, familiar to local residents.

PLCM is located at 4101 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503. The main phone number is (310) 540-7676. Founded by the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, it is currently operated under the Catholic nonprofit healthcare organization Providence Health & Services.

Due to its Catholic healthcare nature, it bases its medical philosophy on the value of respecting life and also offers spiritual care programs alongside medical services.

PLCM's main areas of care include heart care, cancer treatment (Providence Cancer Institute), orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, and emergency medicine. The obstetrics service has a long-standing tradition in the area, with many Torrance natives born at this hospital.

The cancer treatment center provides integrated services including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, along with patient support programs. The emergency room operates 24 hours and is equipped for cardiac emergency response.

In terms of insurance, it is contracted with most major PPO plans and networks. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted. Be sure to check if your insurance plan includes PLCM in its network before your visit, and if necessary, obtain pre-authorization.

You can search for doctors and make appointments on the hospital's official website (providence.org). Korean interpretation services are also available upon request, so please inform them in advance when making an appointment.

Torrance has excellent medical accessibility with three major healthcare institutions: Torrance Memorial, Harbor UCLA, and PLCM located in or near the city.

By understanding the strengths of each hospital and their insurance connections in advance, you can choose the appropriate hospital without panic when needed.