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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, Medicare 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Beckham typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Beckham typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gerald Beckham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Beckham is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Providence St. Jude 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 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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