Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Butler, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Derrick Butler, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Butler graduated from University of California (Davis) Program and completed his residency at Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Butler is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butler’s office at (323) 295-6571.
Where did Dr. Butler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Contra Costra Reg Med Center | Contra Costa Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of Ca School of Med,San Francisco, Ca, Us | University of California (Davis) Program
Is Dr. Butler board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Butler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Butler speak?
Dr. Butler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Butler typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Butler 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. Butler. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Butler typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Butler performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Butler. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Acupuncture Session
CPT Codes:
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Butler accept my insurance?
Dr. Butler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 295-6571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butler accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Butler 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
AllCare Health
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Butler's office located?
Dr. Derrick Butler's Primary Practice
3834 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 295-6571
What is Dr. Butler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366487225.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butler
What is Dr. Derrick Butler's specialty?
Dr. Butler 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 this Dr. Derrick Butler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Butler is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles General 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
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Is Derrick Butler accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Butler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Butler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (323) 295-6571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Butler?
Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (323) 295-6571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derrick Butler have?
Dr. Derrick Butler is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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