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Dr. David Wallenstein

Dr. David Wallenstein

Santa Monica, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. David Wallenstein is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Wallenstein graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Il College Of Med. Dr. Wallenstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallenstein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallenstein’s office at (310) 319-4700.

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

    • Residency: University Il College Of Med | University of Illinois At Chicago / College of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wallenstein speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wallenstein typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wallenstein 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. Wallenstein. 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 here.

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    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. Wallenstein typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Wallenstein may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wallenstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wallenstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wallenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Wallenstein 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wallenstein's office located?

    Dr. David Wallenstein's Primary Practice

    1920 Colorado Ave

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 319-4700

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

    Dr. Wallenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962417386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallenstein?

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

    What is Dr. David Wallenstein's specialty?

    Dr. Wallenstein is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. David Wallenstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wallenstein 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 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 David Wallenstein accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Wallenstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Wallenstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wallenstein's office at (310) 319-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Wallenstein?

    Please contact Dr. Wallenstein's office at (310) 319-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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