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Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez, MD

Los Angeles, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Salas Martinez, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Salas Martinez graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program. Dr. Salas Martinez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salas Martinez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salas Martinez’s office at (323) 783-7338.

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

    • Residency: Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Salas Martinez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Salas Martinez treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salas Martinez 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. Salas Martinez. 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Dementia with Mood Changes
    • Mood Disorder
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Dementia with emotional problems
    • Mood swings in dementia
    • Cognitive decline with mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F0393: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with mood disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Metastatic breast cancer
    • Cancer spread to breast
    • Breast metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7981: Secondary malignant neoplasm of breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Salas Martinez perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salas Martinez's office.

    Does Dr. Salas Martinez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salas Martinez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-7338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salas Martinez accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Salas Martinez in Los Angeles, 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Salas Martinez's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez's Primary Practice

    4900 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-7338

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    Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez's Practice 2

    1505 N Edgemont St

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez's Practice 3

    1515 N Vermont Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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

    Dr. Salas Martinez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396754321.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salas Martinez?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez's specialty?

    Dr. Salas Martinez is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Salas Martinez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Salas Martinez 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Rafael Salas Martinez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Salas Martinez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salas Martinez's office at (323) 783-7338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Salas Martinez?

    Please contact Dr. Salas Martinez's office at (323) 783-7338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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