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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hurtz, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Sona Hurtz is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hurtz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hurtz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hurtz’s office at (310) 656-1701.
What languages does Dr. Hurtz speak?
Dr. Hurtz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hurtz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hurtz 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. Hurtz. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hurtz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sona Hurtz 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. Hurtz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hurtz accept my insurance?
Dr. Hurtz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 656-1701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hurtz accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Hurtz 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hurtz's office located?
Dr. Sona Hurtz's Primary Practice
1260 15th St Ste 1501
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 656-1701
What is Dr. Hurtz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hurtz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831727759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hurtz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hurtz
What is Dr. Sona Hurtz's specialty?
Dr. Hurtz 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. Sona Hurtz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hurtz is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 Sona Hurtz accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sona Hurtz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sona Hurtz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hurtz's office at (310) 656-1701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sona Hurtz?
Please contact Dr. Hurtz's office at (310) 656-1701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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