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Dr. Lawrence Santora, MD

Orange, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santora, Cardiologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Lawrence Santora, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Santora completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Santora is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santora’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santora’s office at (714) 564-3300.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | University Of California Irvine

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Santora board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Santora, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Santora speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Santora treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Santora 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. Santora. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does Dr. Santora perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Santora 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. Santora. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Santora accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 564-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santora accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Santora in Orange, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Community Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Santora's office located?

    Dr. Lawrence Santora's Primary Practice

    1140 W La Veta Ave Ste 640

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 564-3300

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

    Dr. Santora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982635645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santora?

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

    What is Dr. Lawrence Santora's specialty?

    Dr. Santora is a Cardiologist near Orange, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Santora to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lawrence Santora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santora is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME, San Antonio Regional Hospital, UCI Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Orange County Global 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Lawrence Santora accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Santora is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lawrence Santora offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santora's office at (714) 564-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Santora?

    Please contact Dr. Santora's office at (714) 564-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Santora have?

    Dr. Lawrence Santora is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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