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Dr. Michael Pietila, MD

Santa Ana, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pietila, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Michael Pietila, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Pietila completed his residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Pietila is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pietila’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pietila’s office at (714) 619-8777.

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

    • Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Family Practice

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il

    Is Dr. Pietila board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Pietila, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pietila speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pietila treat?

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

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, 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:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Pietila perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Pietila may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pietila accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pietila accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 619-8777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pietila accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Pietila in Santa Ana, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Pietila's office located?

    Dr. Michael Pietila's Primary Practice

    3401 W Sunflower Ave Ste 250

    Santa Ana, CA 92704

    (714) 619-8777

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    Dr. Michael Pietila's Practice 2

    16162 Beach Blvd Ste 100

    Huntington Beach, CA 92647

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    Dr. Michael Pietila's Practice 3

    1750 Montgomery St Fl 1

    San Francisco, CA 94111

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

    Dr. Pietila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851315097.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pietila?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Pietila's specialty?

    Dr. Pietila is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Ana, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Pietila to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Pietila affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pietila is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family 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 Michael Pietila accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Pietila is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Pietila offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pietila's office at (714) 619-8777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Pietila?

    Please contact Dr. Pietila's office at (714) 619-8777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Pietila have?

    Dr. Michael Pietila is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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