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Dr. Nora Vasquez, MD

Santa Monica, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vasquez, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Nora Vasquez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Vasquez graduated from University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in Chicago. Dr. Vasquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasquez’s office at (310) 829-8917.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in Chicago

    Is Dr. Vasquez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nora Vasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vasquez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Vasquez treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vasquez 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. Vasquez. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Vasquez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nora Vasquez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vasquez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-8917 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Vasquez 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

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • City of Providence (RI)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vasquez's office located?

    Dr. Nora Vasquez also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Nora Vasquez's Primary Practice

    2701 Ocean Park Blvd Ste 118

    Santa Monica, CA 90405

    (310) 829-8917

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

    Dr. Vasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447296645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasquez?

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

    What is Dr. Nora Vasquez's specialty?

    Dr. Vasquez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Vasquez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nora Vasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vasquez is affiliated with Redlands Community Hospital 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

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    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Nora Vasquez accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nora Vasquez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nora Vasquez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (310) 829-8917 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nora Vasquez?

    Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (310) 829-8917 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nora Vasquez have?

    Dr. Nora Vasquez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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