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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcdermott, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Patricia Mcdermott, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Mcdermott is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdermott’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdermott’s office at (310) 456-1668.
Is Dr. Mcdermott board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Mcdermott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mcdermott speak?
Dr. Mcdermott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdermott typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcdermott 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. Mcdermott. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdermott typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcdermott 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. Mcdermott. 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:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Mcdermott accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdermott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 456-1668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdermott accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Mcdermott 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
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mcdermott's office located?
Dr. Patricia Mcdermott's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 456-1668
What is Dr. Mcdermott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdermott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447364872.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdermott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdermott
What is Dr. Patricia Mcdermott's specialty?
Dr. Mcdermott is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Patricia Mcdermott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcdermott is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Los Robles Regional 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 Patricia Mcdermott accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Mcdermott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Mcdermott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdermott's office at (310) 456-1668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Mcdermott?
Please contact Dr. Mcdermott's office at (310) 456-1668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patricia Mcdermott have?
Dr. Patricia Mcdermott is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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