39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Axelrode, Family Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Stephen Axelrode, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Axelrode graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Axelrode is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axelrode’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrode’s office at (818) 876-1050.
Where did Dr. Axelrode go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Family Medicine | Ohio State University Medical Center
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Axelrode board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Axelrode, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2010, American Board of Family Medicine since 1983
What languages does Dr. Axelrode speak?
Dr. Axelrode and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Axelrode typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Axelrode 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. Axelrode. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long COVID
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Post-COVID Syndrome
- Long-Haul COVID
- Chronic COVID
ICD-10 Codes:
- U099: Post COVID-19 condition, 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Axelrode typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Axelrode may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Axelrode's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Axelrode accept my insurance?
Dr. Axelrode accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 876-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Axelrode accept in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Axelrode in Glendale, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Axelrode's office located?
What is Dr. Axelrode's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Axelrode's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871694398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrode?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Axelrode
What is Dr. Stephen Axelrode's specialty?
Dr. Axelrode is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glendale, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stephen Axelrode affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Axelrode is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Stephen Axelrode accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Axelrode is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Axelrode offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Axelrode's office at (818) 876-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Axelrode?
Please contact Dr. Axelrode's office at (818) 876-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Axelrode have?
Dr. Stephen Axelrode is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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