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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. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Kanengiser typically treat?
As an 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. 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kanengiser typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lewis Kanengiser may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kanengiser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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
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.
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. Lewis Kanengiser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kanengiser is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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