Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Directo, Internist in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Michael Directo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Directo completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center / West Los Angeles VA Medical Center- Internal Medicine. Dr. Directo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Directo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Directo’s office at (310) 248-7000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Directo?
Dr. Michael Directo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Directo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Urgent Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Beverly Hills, CA community, Dr. Directo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Directo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center / West Los Angeles VA Medical Center- Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Directo speak?
Dr. Directo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Directo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Directo 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. Directo. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Hives
- Urticaria
- Welts
- Itchy rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L509: Urticaria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Directo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Directo 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. Directo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Directo accept my insurance?
Dr. Directo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 248-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Directo accept in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Directo in Beverly Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Directo's office located?
Dr. Michael Directo's Primary Practice
8501 Wilshire Blvd Ste 100
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 248-7000
What is Dr. Directo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Directo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790027886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Directo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Directo
What is Dr. Michael Directo's specialty?
Dr. Directo is a Internist near Beverly Hills, 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. Michael Directo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Directo is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Directo accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Directo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Directo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Directo's office at (310) 248-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Directo?
Please contact Dr. Directo's office at (310) 248-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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