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Who is Dr. Talamantes, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Efrain Talamantes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Talamantes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talamantes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talamantes’s office at (310) 319-4698.
Is Dr. Talamantes board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Efrain Talamantes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Talamantes speak?
Dr. Talamantes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Talamantes treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Talamantes 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. Talamantes. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Damaged Lung Air Sacs
- COPD Emphysema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J431: Panlobular emphysema
Which procedures does Dr. Talamantes perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Efrain Talamantes 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Talamantes' office.
Does Dr. Talamantes accept my insurance?
Dr. Talamantes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-4698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Talamantes accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Talamantes in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Amcare Co
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Talamantes' office located?
Dr. Efrain Talamantes' Primary Practice
1225 15th St # 910
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 319-4698
What is Dr. Talamantes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Talamantes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063688802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talamantes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Talamantes
What is Dr. Efrain Talamantes's specialty?
Dr. Talamantes is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Talamantes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Efrain Talamantes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Talamantes 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Efrain Talamantes accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Efrain Talamantes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Efrain Talamantes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Talamantes's office at (310) 319-4698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Efrain Talamantes?
Please contact Dr. Talamantes's office at (310) 319-4698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Efrain Talamantes have?
Dr. Efrain Talamantes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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