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Dr. Lewis Kanengiser, MD

Santa Monica, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kanengiser, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Lewis Kanengiser, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kanengiser graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kanengiser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanengiser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanengiser’s office at (310) 315-0188.

    Where did Dr. Kanengiser go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Kanengiser board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lewis Kanengiser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kanengiser speak?

    Dr. Kanengiser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kanengiser treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Kanengiser 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. Kanengiser. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kanengiser perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lewis Kanengiser may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kanengiser's office.

    Does Dr. Kanengiser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kanengiser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-0188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kanengiser accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Kanengiser 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

    • Colorado PERA

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Kanengiser's office located?

    Dr. Lewis Kanengiser's Primary Practice

    1301 20th St Ste 550

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 315-0188

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    What is Dr. Kanengiser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kanengiser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124120787.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanengiser?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanengiser

    What is Dr. Lewis Kanengiser's specialty?

    Dr. Kanengiser is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kanengiser to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lewis Kanengiser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kanengiser is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lewis Kanengiser accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lewis Kanengiser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lewis Kanengiser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kanengiser's office at (310) 315-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lewis Kanengiser?

    Please contact Dr. Kanengiser's office at (310) 315-0188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lewis Kanengiser have?

    Dr. Lewis Kanengiser is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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