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54 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Messina, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Alexander Messina, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He has been practicing for over 54 years. Dr. Messina graduated from University Politecnica delle Marche Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at Queens Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-Brooklyn, Internal Medicine; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Messina is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messina’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messina’s office at (310) 453-1103.
Where did Dr. Messina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Queens Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-Brooklyn, Internal Medicine; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | Elmhurst Hospital Center Mt Sinai | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Elmhurst) Program
Medical School: University Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna | University of Bologna Faculty of Medicine And Surgery | University Politecnica delle Marche Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia
What languages does Dr. Messina speak?
Dr. Messina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Messina typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Messina 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. Messina. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- 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 an Internist like Dr. Messina typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Messina may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Messina's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Messina accept my insurance?
Dr. Messina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 453-1103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Messina accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Messina 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
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Messina's office located?
Dr. Alexander Messina's Primary Practice
2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 101E
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-1103
What is Dr. Messina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902867823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messina
What is Dr. Alexander Messina's specialty?
Dr. Messina is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Alexander Messina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Messina is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Renown Regional 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Messina accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Messina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Messina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (310) 453-1103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Messina?
Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (310) 453-1103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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