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38 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Alza, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gustavo Alza, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alza graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alza’s office at (323) 259-0456.
Where did Dr. Alza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cedars Sinai Med Center | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Alza board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Alza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alza speak?
Dr. Alza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alza treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Alza 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. Alza. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Lower Spine Arthritis with Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4716: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Alza perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gustavo Alza may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alza's office.
Does Dr. Alza accept my insurance?
Dr. Alza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 259-0456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alza accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alza 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 Third Party
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Alza's office located?
Dr. Gustavo Alza's Primary Practice
5224 N Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 259-0456
What is Dr. Alza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942498464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alza
What is Dr. Gustavo Alza's specialty?
Dr. Alza is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Alza to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gustavo Alza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alza is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Gustavo Alza accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Alza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Alza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alza's office at (323) 259-0456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Alza?
Please contact Dr. Alza's office at (323) 259-0456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Alza have?
Dr. Gustavo Alza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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