Dr. Alexandra Drakaki, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drakaki, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Alexandra Drakaki, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Drakaki is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drakaki’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drakaki’s office at (310) 829-5471.
Is Dr. Drakaki board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Drakaki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drakaki speak?
Dr. Drakaki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Drakaki typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Drakaki 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. Drakaki. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Urinary Organs
- Cancer
- Metastatic Urinary Organ Cancer
- Secondary Tumor in Urinary System
- Urinary System Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7910: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified urinary organs
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Drakaki typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Drakaki 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. Drakaki. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Drakaki accept my insurance?
Dr. Drakaki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-5471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drakaki accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Drakaki in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Drakaki's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Drakaki's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-5471
What is Dr. Drakaki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drakaki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992972897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drakaki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drakaki
What is Dr. Alexandra Drakaki's specialty?
Dr. Drakaki is a Internist near Santa Monica, 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. Alexandra Drakaki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drakaki is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross 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 Alexandra Drakaki accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Drakaki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Drakaki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drakaki's office at (310) 829-5471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Drakaki?
Please contact Dr. Drakaki's office at (310) 829-5471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexandra Drakaki have?
Dr. Alexandra Drakaki is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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