
15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avila, Family Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Sandra Avila, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Avila graduated from University of California. Dr. Avila is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avila’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avila’s office at (323) 442-4815.
Where did Dr. Avila go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Avila speak?
Dr. Avila and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Avila may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Avila's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Avila accept my insurance?
Dr. Avila accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-4815 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avila accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Avila in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CommonSpirit Health
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Avila's office located?
What is Dr. Avila's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396939575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avila?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avila
What is Dr. Sandra Avila's specialty?
Dr. Avila is a Family Medicine Specialist near Torrance, 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 this Dr. Sandra Avila affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avila is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, 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 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 Sandra Avila accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Avila is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Avila offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (323) 442-4815 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Avila?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (323) 442-4815 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Torrance, CA
MC
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
Dr. Mona Colianno, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Torrance, CA
EG
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
Dr. Elham Ghadishah, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Torrance, CA
JC
Family Medicine Specialist
Dr. Jennifer Chan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years.
Torrance, CA