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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escobar, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Jose Escobar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Escobar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobar’s office at (310) 453-1324.
What languages does Dr. Escobar speak?
Dr. Escobar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Escobar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Escobar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Escobar may include:
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Escobar accept my insurance?
Dr. Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 453-1324 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escobar accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Escobar 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Escobar's office located?
Dr. Jose Escobar's Primary Practice
2121 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-1324
What is Dr. Escobar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942703798.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escobar
What is Dr. Jose Escobar's specialty?
Dr. Escobar is a Hospitalist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Jose Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escobar is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Pih Health Good Samaritan 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Jose Escobar accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Escobar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (310) 453-1324 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Escobar?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (310) 453-1324 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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