Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Almeida, Internist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Blanca Almeida, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Almeida completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Almeida is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almeida’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almeida’s office at (562) 432-5661.
Where did Dr. Almeida go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Santa Clara Valley Med Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Almeida board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Blanca Almeida, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Almeida speak?
Dr. Almeida and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Almeida typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Almeida 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. Almeida. 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:
- Unspecified Mental Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Health Condition (NOS)
- General Mental Illness
- Undiagnosed Mental Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F99: Mental disorder, not otherwise specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Overview
- Sugar Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Almeida typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Blanca Almeida 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. Almeida's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Almeida accept my insurance?
Dr. Almeida accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 432-5661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Almeida accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Almeida in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Almeida's office located?
Dr. Blanca Almeida's Primary Practice
500 Alamitos Ave
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 432-5661
What is Dr. Almeida's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Almeida's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508897760.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almeida?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Almeida
What is Dr. Blanca Almeida's specialty?
Dr. Almeida is a Internist near Long Beach, 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. Blanca Almeida affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Almeida is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Blanca Almeida accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Blanca Almeida is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blanca Almeida offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Almeida's office at (562) 432-5661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blanca Almeida?
Please contact Dr. Almeida's office at (562) 432-5661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Blanca Almeida have?
Dr. Blanca Almeida is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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