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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerzuma, Internist in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Santa Kerzuma, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sherman Oaks, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kerzuma graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed her residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center Program. Dr. Kerzuma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerzuma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerzuma’s office at (760) 323-6511.
Where did Dr. Kerzuma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Kerzuma speak?
Dr. Kerzuma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kerzuma typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kerzuma 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. Kerzuma. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kerzuma typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Santa Kerzuma 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
Please contact Dr. Kerzuma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerzuma accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerzuma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerzuma accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Kerzuma in Sherman Oaks, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kerzuma's office located?
Dr. Santa Kerzuma's Primary Practice
4940 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 200
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(760) 323-6511
What is Dr. Kerzuma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerzuma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801157235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerzuma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerzuma
What is Dr. Santa Kerzuma's specialty?
Dr. Kerzuma is a Internist near Sherman Oaks, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Santa Kerzuma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerzuma is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Santa Kerzuma accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Santa Kerzuma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santa Kerzuma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerzuma's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santa Kerzuma?
Please contact Dr. Kerzuma's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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