24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanchez, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nelson Sanchez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sanchez graduated from Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (213) 667-4784.
Where did Dr. Sanchez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud
Is Dr. Sanchez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Sanchez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?
Dr. Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanchez treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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.
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 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:
- 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Patient Refused Vaccination
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
- Vaccine refusal
- Refusal to vaccinate
- Immunization refusal
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
- Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sanchez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nelson Sanchez 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sanchez's office.
Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 667-4784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sanchez in Los Angeles, 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
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?
Dr. Nelson Sanchez's Primary Practice
4733 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 667-4784
What is Dr. Sanchez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861569600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanchez
What is Dr. Nelson Sanchez's specialty?
Dr. Sanchez is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Sanchez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nelson Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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
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Is Nelson Sanchez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Sanchez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (213) 667-4784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Sanchez?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (213) 667-4784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Sanchez have?
Dr. Nelson Sanchez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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