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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Duru, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Obidiugwu Duru, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Duru completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Duru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duru’s office at (310) 206-3551.
Where did Dr. Duru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Duru board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Obidiugwu Duru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Duru speak?
Dr. Duru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Duru typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Duru 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. Duru. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Duru typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Obidiugwu Duru 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. Duru's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Duru accept my insurance?
Dr. Duru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-3551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Duru accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Duru 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
University of California
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Where is Dr. Duru's office located?
Dr. Obidiugwu Duru's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 206-3551
What is Dr. Duru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Duru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447276365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Duru
What is Dr. Obidiugwu Duru's specialty?
Dr. Duru 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. Obidiugwu Duru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Duru 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Obidiugwu Duru accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Obidiugwu Duru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obidiugwu Duru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Duru's office at (310) 206-3551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obidiugwu Duru?
Please contact Dr. Duru's office at (310) 206-3551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Obidiugwu Duru have?
Dr. Obidiugwu Duru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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