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Dr. Michael Gertz, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gertz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Michael Gertz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gertz graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery. Dr. Gertz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gertz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gertz’s office at (310) 825-2111.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gertz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gertz treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gertz 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. Gertz. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Gertz perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Gertz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gertz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gertz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Gertz 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicaid

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gertz's office located?

    Dr. Michael Gertz's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz Rm 14

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 825-2111

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    Dr. Michael Gertz's Practice 2

    215 W Janss Rd

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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    Dr. Michael Gertz's Practice 3

    1600 W Avenue J

    Lancaster, CA 93534

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

    Dr. Gertz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720021173.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gertz?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Gertz's specialty?

    Dr. Gertz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Gertz to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gertz is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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

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    Is Michael Gertz accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Gertz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gertz's office at (310) 825-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Gertz?

    Please contact Dr. Gertz's office at (310) 825-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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