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Who is Dr. Pappas, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Venice, CA?
Dr. Alexander Pappas, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Venice, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pappas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pappas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pappas’s office at (310) 392-8636.
What languages does Dr. Pappas speak?
Dr. Pappas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pappas treat?
As a Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pappas 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. Pappas. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioid-Induced Disorder
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Pain Relievers
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
- Opioid-related health problems
- Complications from opioid use
- Opioid-caused conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
- F1199: Opioid use, unspecified with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Sedative Addiction
- Medicines
- Sedative dependence
- Sleeping pill addiction
- Anxiety medication dependence
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1320: Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Urine Findings
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine test results
- Various abnormal urine findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82998: Other abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use
- Alcohol
- Drinking alcohol
- Alcohol consumption
- Alcohol intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1090: Alcohol use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Pappas perform as a Addiction Medicine Specialist?
As a Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Pappas may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pappas' office.
Does Dr. Pappas accept my insurance?
Dr. Pappas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 392-8636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pappas accept in Venice, CA?
Dr. Pappas in Venice, 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
Apex Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Pappas' office located?
Dr. Alexander Pappas' Primary Practice
604 Rose Ave Rm 108
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 392-8636
What is Dr. Pappas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pappas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033596143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pappas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pappas
What is Dr. Alexander Pappas's specialty?
Dr. Pappas is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Venice, CA. An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions. Contact Dr. Pappas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Pappas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pappas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alexander Pappas accepting new patients in Venice, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Pappas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Pappas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office at (310) 392-8636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Pappas?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office at (310) 392-8636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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