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Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier, MD

Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier, MD

Lakewood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stickelmaier, Rheumatologist in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Stickelmaier graduated from National University of Pedro Henriquez Urena / School of Medicine and completed her residency at St Elizabeth Hosp, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF RHEUMATOLOGY, COURTESY STAFF LOS ALAMITOS MEDICAL CENTER, STAFF PRV/ST. MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER, CALIFORNIA, STAFF PRV/LAKEWOOD MEDICAL CENTER, LAKEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, STAFF PRV/LONG BEACH MEDICAL CENTER, LONG BEACH,CALIFORNIA, and MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Stickelmaier is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stickelmaier’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stickelmaier’s office at (562) 630-3105.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California - Irvine | RHEUMATOLOGY, CA | University California

    • Residency: St Elizabeth Hosp, Internal Medicine | INTERNAL MEDICINE, NJ | Seton Hall University Affiliated Hospitals | St Elizabeth Medical Center - New Jersey | Seton Hall University St. Elizabeth Hospita | LECOMT/St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Program

    • Medical School: National University of Pedro Henriquez Urena / School of Medicine | National University of Pedro Henriquez Urena / School of Medicine | Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Stickelmaier board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stickelmaier speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Stickelmaier typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Stickelmaier 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. Stickelmaier. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    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:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Stickelmaier typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier may include:

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

    Does Dr. Stickelmaier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stickelmaier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 630-3105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stickelmaier accept in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Stickelmaier in Lakewood, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Stickelmaier's office located?

    Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier's Primary Practice

    5750 Downey Ave Ste 100

    Lakewood, CA 90712

    (562) 630-3105

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    Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier's Practice 2

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN COLLEGE OF RHEUMATOLOGY

    Member

    COURTESY STAFF LOS ALAMITOS MEDICAL CENTER

    Staff

    STAFF PRV/ST. MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER, CALIFORNIA

    Staff

    STAFF PRV/LAKEWOOD MEDICAL CENTER, LAKEWOOD, CALIFORNIA

    Staff

    STAFF PRV/LONG BEACH MEDICAL CENTER, LONG BEACH,CALIFORNIA

    Staff

    MemorialCare Physician Society

    Member

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

    Dr. Stickelmaier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962430579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stickelmaier?

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

    What is Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier's specialty?

    Dr. Stickelmaier is a Rheumatologist near Lakewood, CA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is this Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stickelmaier is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Ivette Stickelmaier accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stickelmaier's office at (562) 630-3105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ivette Stickelmaier?

    Please contact Dr. Stickelmaier's office at (562) 630-3105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier have?

    Dr. Ivette Stickelmaier is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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