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Dr. Maristela Garcia, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garcia, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Maristela Garcia, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (310) 825-8253.

    Is Dr. Garcia board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Maristela Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?

    Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Garcia treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Garcia perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maristela Garcia may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garcia's office.

    Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-8253 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Garcia 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 Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?

    Dr. Maristela Garcia's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 825-8253

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    Dr. Maristela Garcia's Practice 2

    10945 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Maristela Garcia's Practice 3

    1245 16th St Ste 309

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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    What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881813228.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia

    What is Dr. Maristela Garcia's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. Garcia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maristela Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Maristela Garcia accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Maristela Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maristela Garcia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (310) 825-8253 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maristela Garcia?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (310) 825-8253 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Maristela Garcia have?

    Dr. Maristela Garcia is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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