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Dr. Dante Almendral, MD

Long Beach, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Almendral, Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Dante Almendral, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Almendral completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Almendral is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almendral’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almendral’s office at (213) 989-6100.

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

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine | Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    What languages does Dr. Almendral speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Almendral typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Almendral 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. Almendral. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Mental Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Health Condition (NOS)
    • General Mental Illness
    • Undiagnosed Mental Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F99: Mental disorder, not otherwise specified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety
    • Restlessness
    • Agitation
    • Feeling on edge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R451: Restlessness and agitation

    Also known as:

    • Violent Behavior
    • Mental Disorder
    • Aggressive behavior
    • Acts of violence
    • Impulsive aggression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R456: Violent behavior

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Almendral typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Almendral 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. Almendral. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Does Dr. Almendral accept my insurance?

    Dr. Almendral accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 989-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Almendral accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Almendral in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Almendral's office located?

    Dr. Dante Almendral's Primary Practice

    2572 Atlantic Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (213) 989-6100

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    Dr. Dante Almendral's Practice 2

    1711 W Temple St Ste 2056

    Los Angeles, CA 90026

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    Dr. Dante Almendral's Practice 3

    2105 Beverly Blvd Ste 231

    Los Angeles, CA 90057

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

    Dr. Almendral's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407808637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almendral?

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

    What is Dr. Dante Almendral's specialty?

    Dr. Almendral is a Ophthalmologist near Long Beach, CA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is this Dr. Dante Almendral affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Almendral is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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 Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore 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 Dante Almendral accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dante Almendral is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dante Almendral offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Almendral's office at (213) 989-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dante Almendral?

    Please contact Dr. Almendral's office at (213) 989-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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