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Who is Dr. Marsh, Internist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Alva Marsh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 60 years and is board certified. Dr. Marsh completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Marsh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marsh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marsh’s office at (310) 631-2838.
Where did Dr. Marsh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Marsh speak?
Dr. Marsh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Marsh treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Marsh 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. Marsh. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Kidney Pain
- Kidney Stones
- Pelvic Pain
- Renal Colic
- Kidney Stone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- N23: Unspecified renal colic
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Marsh perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alva Marsh 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. Marsh's office.
Does Dr. Marsh accept my insurance?
Dr. Marsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 631-2838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Marsh accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Marsh in Van Nuys, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
Seaside Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Marsh's office located?
What is Dr. Marsh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Marsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619036621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marsh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Marsh
What is Dr. Alva Marsh's specialty?
Dr. Marsh is a Internist near Van Nuys, 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. Marsh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alva Marsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Marsh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alva Marsh accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alva Marsh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alva Marsh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Marsh's office at (310) 631-2838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alva Marsh?
Please contact Dr. Marsh's office at (310) 631-2838 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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