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Dr. Mark Needham, MD

Santa Monica, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Needham, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Mark Needham, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Needham graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Santa Monica Hospital. Dr. Needham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Needham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Needham’s office at (310) 315-7900.

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

    • Residency: Santa Monica Hospital

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Needham board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Needham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Needham speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Needham typically treat?

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

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Needham typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Needham may include:

    Please contact Dr. Needham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Needham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Needham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Needham 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Needham's office located?

    Dr. Mark Needham also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Mark Needham's Primary Practice

    901 Wilshire Blvd Fl 3

    Santa Monica, CA 90401

    (310) 315-7900

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

    Dr. Needham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578590659.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Needham?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Needham's specialty?

    Dr. Needham 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. Mark Needham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Needham is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Aspen Valley Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Mark Needham accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Needham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Needham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Needham's office at (310) 315-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Needham?

    Please contact Dr. Needham's office at (310) 315-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Needham have?

    Dr. Mark Needham is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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