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Dr. Jessica Kaltman, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kaltman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Jessica Kaltman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kaltman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaltman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaltman’s office at (310) 267-9643.
What languages does Dr. Kaltman speak?
Dr. Kaltman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kaltman typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kaltman 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. Kaltman. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Drug Reactions
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kaltman typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Kaltman may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Kaltman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kaltman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaltman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaltman accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kaltman in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kaltman's office located?
Dr. Jessica Kaltman's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 267-9643
What is Dr. Kaltman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaltman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043579113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaltman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaltman
What is Dr. Jessica Kaltman's specialty?
Dr. Kaltman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Jessica Kaltman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaltman is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jessica Kaltman accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Kaltman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Kaltman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaltman's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Kaltman?
Please contact Dr. Kaltman's office at (310) 267-9643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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