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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pimienta, Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Pimienta, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pimienta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pimienta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pimienta’s office at (650) 721-6190.
What languages does Dr. Pimienta speak?
Dr. Pimienta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pimienta treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pimienta 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. Pimienta. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Pimienta perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Pimienta may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pimienta's office.
Does Dr. Pimienta accept my insurance?
Dr. Pimienta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 721-6190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pimienta accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pimienta in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GlobalHealth
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Pimienta's office located?
Dr. Michael Pimienta's Primary Practice
1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 530
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(650) 721-6190
What is Dr. Pimienta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pimienta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114486339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pimienta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pimienta
What is Dr. Michael Pimienta's specialty?
Dr. Pimienta is a Gastroenterologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Pimienta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Pimienta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pimienta is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Michael Pimienta accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Pimienta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Pimienta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pimienta's office at (650) 721-6190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Pimienta?
Please contact Dr. Pimienta's office at (650) 721-6190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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