Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Block, Internist in Pacific Palisades, CA?
Dr. Michael Block, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pacific Palisades, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Block graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Block is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Block’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Block’s office at (310) 459-4321.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Block?
Dr. Michael Block, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Block empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nephrology, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pacific Palisades, CA community, Dr. Block is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Block go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Block speak?
Dr. Block and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Block typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Block 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. Block. 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:
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Block typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Block 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. Block's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Block accept my insurance?
Dr. Block accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 459-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Block accept in Pacific Palisades, CA?
Dr. Block in Pacific Palisades, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Block's office located?
Dr. Michael Block's Primary Practice
970 Monument St Ste 210
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-4321
What is Dr. Block's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134203656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Block?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Block
What is Dr. Michael Block's specialty?
Dr. Block is a Internist near Pacific Palisades, 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. Michael Block affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Block is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Block accepting new patients in Pacific Palisades, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Block is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Block offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Block's office at (310) 459-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Block?
Please contact Dr. Block's office at (310) 459-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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