33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lara, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bell, CA?
Dr. Jose Lara, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bell, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Lara graduated from University Of El Salvador and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lara’s office at (323) 562-3135.
Where did Dr. Lara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University De El Salvador- Fac De Med- San Salvador- El Salvador | University Of El Salvador | University Of El Salvador | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine | University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti
Is Dr. Lara board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Lara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lara speak?
Dr. Lara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lara treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Lara perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Lara accept my insurance?
Dr. Lara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 562-3135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lara accept in Bell, CA?
Dr. Lara in Bell, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lara's office located?
What is Dr. Lara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801935622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lara
What is Dr. Jose Lara's specialty?
Dr. Lara is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Bell, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Lara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Lara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lara is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, UCI Health - Placentia Linda 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Jose Lara accepting new patients in Bell, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Lara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Lara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office at (323) 562-3135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Lara?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office at (323) 562-3135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Lara have?
Dr. Jose Lara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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