46 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Feinstein, Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Where did Dr. Feinstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center-Kings County Hospital
Medical School: Penn State | Downstate Medical Center, Suny
Is Dr. Feinstein board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Feinstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1976
What languages does Dr. Feinstein speak?
Dr. Feinstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Feinstein typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Feinstein 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. Feinstein. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Feinstein typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Feinstein 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. Feinstein. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Feinstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Feinstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 652-5021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Feinstein accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Feinstein in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Feinstein's office located?
Dr. Joel Feinstein's Primary Practice
8631 W 3rd St Ste 825
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 652-5021
What hospitals are Dr. Feinstein affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Feinstein has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 6 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Joel Feinstein an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Feinstein has been rated and reviewed by 6 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Feinstein, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Southern California Society Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
member
2012 - 2013
What is Dr. Feinstein's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Feinstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245262963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Feinstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Feinstein