Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stephen, Gastroenterologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Otis Stephen, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stephen completed his residency at John Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (310) 423-3870.
Where did Dr. Stephen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St. Louis University
Residency: John Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital
Medical School: Ohio State University
Is Dr. Stephen board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Otis Stephen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?
Dr. Stephen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Stephen treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Angiodysplasia of the Colon with Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Colonic Disease
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Colon Vascular Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Angiodysplasia
- Bloody Stool from Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K921: Melena
- K5521: Angiodysplasia of colon with hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Intestinal Ulcer
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
- Bowel Ulcer
- Sore in Intestine
- Gut Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
- K633: Ulcer of intestine
Also known as:
- Bleeding Abnormal Blood Vessels in Stomach or Duodenum
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Abnormal Blood Vessels in Stomach or Duodenum
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Stomach Disorder
- Bleeding Gastric Angiodysplasia
- Bleeding Duodenal Angiodysplasia
- GI Bleeding from Abnormal Vessels
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Angiodysplasia
- Duodenal Angiodysplasia
- Vascular Malformation of Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- K31811: Angiodysplasia of stomach and duodenum with bleeding
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K31819: Angiodysplasia of stomach and duodenum without bleeding
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Bowel Blockage
- Crohn's Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Crohn’s Disease
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction', 'Ileitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Crohn's
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50012: Crohn's disease of small intestine with intestinal obstruction
- K50018: Crohn's disease of small intestine with other complication
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Intestinal Vascular Disorder
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
- Bowel Blood Vessel Problems
- Mesenteric Vascular Disease
- Gut Circulation Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
- K558: Other vascular disorders of intestine
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Vessels in the Colon
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Angiodysplasia
- Vascular Malformation of Colon
- Intestinal Vascular Ectasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5520: Angiodysplasia of colon without hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56699: Other intestinal obstruction unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Which procedures does Dr. Stephen perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Otis Stephen may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stephen's office.
Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stephen accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Stephen 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 PACE
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?
Dr. Otis Stephen's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 423-3870
Dr. Otis Stephen's Practice 2
500 Doyle Park Dr Ste G04
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
(707) 303-8360
What is Dr. Stephen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780615906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stephen
What is Dr. Otis Stephen's specialty?
Dr. Stephen is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Monica, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Stephen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Otis Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stephen 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
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Is Otis Stephen accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Otis Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Otis Stephen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (310) 423-3870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Otis Stephen?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (310) 423-3870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Otis Stephen have?
Dr. Otis Stephen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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