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Dr. Gerald Beckham, MD

Whittier, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Beckham, Cardiologist in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Gerald Beckham, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Beckham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beckham’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. Beckham’s office at (562) 789-5430.

    Is Dr. Beckham board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Beckham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Beckham speak?

    Dr. Beckham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Beckham treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Beckham 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. Beckham. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    What procedures does Dr. Beckham perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Beckham performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Beckham. 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:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Does Dr. Beckham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Beckham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-5430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Beckham accept in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Beckham in Whittier, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Bright Health

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Beckham's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Beckham's Primary Practice

    12462 Putnam St Ste 203

    Whittier, CA 90602

    (562) 789-5430

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    Dr. Gerald Beckham's Practice 2

    12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201

    La Mirada, CA 90638

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    Dr. Gerald Beckham's Practice 3

    6557 Greenleaf Ave

    Whittier, CA 90601

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    What is Dr. Beckham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Beckham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750440491.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beckham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Beckham

    What is Dr. Gerald Beckham's specialty?

    Dr. Beckham is a Cardiologist near Whittier, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Beckham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerald Beckham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Beckham is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial, Los Angeles General 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Gerald Beckham accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Beckham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Beckham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Beckham's office at (562) 789-5430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Beckham?

    Please contact Dr. Beckham's office at (562) 789-5430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Beckham have?

    Dr. Gerald Beckham is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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