Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hoffman, Infectious Disease Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Risa Hoffman, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hoffman graduated from University of California. Dr. Hoffman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hoffman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoffman’s office at (310) 206-7663.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hoffman?
Dr. Risa Hoffman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist 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. Hoffman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica, CA community, Dr. Hoffman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hoffman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Hoffman speak?
Dr. Hoffman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Hoffman typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Hoffman 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. Hoffman. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Genital Herpes
- Herpes Simplex Virus 2
- HSV-2
- Genital Herpes Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A6000: Herpesviral infection of urogenital system, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Hoffman typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Risa Hoffman may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hoffman accept my insurance?
Dr. Hoffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-7663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hoffman accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Hoffman 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hoffman's office located?
Dr. Risa Hoffman's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 206-7663
What is Dr. Hoffman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hoffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881841914.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoffman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hoffman
What is Dr. Risa Hoffman's specialty?
Dr. Hoffman is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Risa Hoffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hoffman is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Risa Hoffman accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Risa Hoffman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Risa Hoffman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (310) 206-7663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Risa Hoffman?
Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (310) 206-7663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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