35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Paranal, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Velinda Paranal, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Paranal graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine and Public Health and completed her residency at Santa Monica-Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Paranal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paranal’s office at (310) 829-8945.
Where did Dr. Paranal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Monica-Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Stanford University | Ohio State University College Of Medicine and Public Health
Is Dr. Paranal board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Velinda Paranal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paranal speak?
Dr. Paranal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paranal typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paranal 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. Paranal. 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.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paranal typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Velinda Paranal may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Paranal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paranal accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Paranal's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Paranal's office located?
Dr. Velinda Paranal's Primary Practice
901 Wilshire Blvd Fl 1
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 829-8945
Recognitions
Awards
Patients' Choice Award
Vitals
What is Dr. Paranal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paranal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518993534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paranal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paranal
What is Dr. Velinda Paranal's specialty?
Dr. Paranal is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. Velinda Paranal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paranal 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Velinda Paranal accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Velinda Paranal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Velinda Paranal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paranal's office at (310) 829-8945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Velinda Paranal?
Please contact Dr. Paranal's office at (310) 829-8945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Velinda Paranal have?
Dr. Velinda Paranal is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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