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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gitter, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Gitter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 49 years. Dr. Gitter is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gitter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gitter’s office at (213) 989-7700.
What languages does Dr. Gitter speak?
Dr. Gitter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gitter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gitter 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. Gitter. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gitter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Gitter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gitter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gitter accept my insurance?
Dr. Gitter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 989-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gitter accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gitter 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
AllCare Health
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gitter's office located?
Dr. Michael Gitter's Primary Practice
1762 Westwood Blvd Ste 300
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(213) 989-7700
What is Dr. Gitter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gitter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487712865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gitter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gitter
What is Dr. Michael Gitter's specialty?
Dr. Gitter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, 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. Michael Gitter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gitter is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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
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Is Michael Gitter accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gitter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Gitter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gitter's office at (213) 989-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Gitter?
Please contact Dr. Gitter's office at (213) 989-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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