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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pimstone, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kevin Pimstone, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Pimstone completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pimstone is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pimstone’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pimstone’s office at (310) 481-0481.
Where did Dr. Pimstone go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Internal Medicine | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Pimstone board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Pimstone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pimstone speak?
Dr. Pimstone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pimstone typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pimstone 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. Pimstone. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pimstone typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Pimstone 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. Pimstone. 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:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Does Dr. Pimstone accept my insurance?
Dr. Pimstone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 481-0481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pimstone accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Pimstone 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)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pimstone's office located?
Dr. Kevin Pimstone's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 481-0481
What is Dr. Pimstone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pimstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205938362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pimstone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pimstone
What is Dr. Kevin Pimstone's specialty?
Dr. Pimstone 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. Kevin Pimstone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pimstone is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Pimstone accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Pimstone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Pimstone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pimstone's office at (310) 481-0481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Pimstone?
Please contact Dr. Pimstone's office at (310) 481-0481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Pimstone have?
Dr. Kevin Pimstone is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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