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Dr. Darren Takeuchi, MD

Santa Monica, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Takeuchi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Darren Takeuchi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Takeuchi graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Takeuchi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takeuchi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takeuchi’s office at (310) 828-4530.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Takeuchi board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Darren Takeuchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Takeuchi speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Takeuchi typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Takeuchi typically perform?

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

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Takeuchi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Takeuchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 828-4530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Takeuchi accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Takeuchi in Santa Monica, 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Takeuchi's office located?

    Dr. Darren Takeuchi's Primary Practice

    2424 Wilshire Blvd

    Santa Monica, CA 90403

    (310) 828-4530

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    100 Ucla Cpn Snta Monica

    4730 Lincoln Blvd

    Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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    Dr. Darren Takeuchi's Practice 3

    1260 15th St Ste 1501

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Takeuchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982649141.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takeuchi?

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

    What is Dr. Darren Takeuchi's specialty?

    Dr. Takeuchi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Darren Takeuchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Takeuchi is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Darren Takeuchi accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Darren Takeuchi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darren Takeuchi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Takeuchi's office at (310) 828-4530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Darren Takeuchi?

    Please contact Dr. Takeuchi's office at (310) 828-4530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darren Takeuchi have?

    Dr. Darren Takeuchi is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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