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Dr. Laurel Medina, MD

Dr. Laurel Medina, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Medina, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Laurel Medina, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Medina graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed her residency at Oregon Health & Science University Program. Dr. Medina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medina’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medina’s office.

    Where did Dr. Medina go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Program

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Medina board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laurel Medina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Medina speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Medina 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. Medina. 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:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laurel Medina may include:

    Please contact Dr. Medina's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Medina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Medina accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Medina in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Medina's office located?

    Dr. Laurel Medina's Primary Practice

    4700 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Laurel Medina's Practice 2

    2382 Crenshaw Blvd Ste 5

    Torrance, CA 90501

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    Dr. Laurel Medina's Practice 3

    520 N Prospect Ave Ste 103

    Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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

    Dr. Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689883779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medina?

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

    What is Dr. Laurel Medina's specialty?

    Dr. Medina is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Laurel Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Medina is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Laurel Medina accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laurel Medina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurel Medina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Medina's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laurel Medina?

    Please contact Dr. Medina's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Medina's office located?

    Dr. Medina's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA, Torrance, CA, and Redondo Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurel Medina have?

    Dr. Laurel Medina is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.