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Dr. Marla Gandara, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
West Hollywood, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gandara, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Marla Gandara, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gandara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandara’s office at (310) 423-3277.
What languages does Dr. Gandara speak?
Dr. Gandara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gandara typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gandara 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. Gandara. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gandara typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marla Gandara may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gandara accept my insurance?
Dr. Gandara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gandara accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Gandara in West Hollywood, 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
L.A. Care Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gandara's office located?
Dr. Marla Gandara's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-3277
What is Dr. Gandara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gandara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902108145.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gandara
What is Dr. Marla Gandara's specialty?
Dr. Gandara is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Hollywood, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Marla Gandara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gandara is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marla Gandara accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marla Gandara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marla Gandara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office at (310) 423-3277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marla Gandara?
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office at (310) 423-3277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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