Summary

Dr. Rudolph Bedford specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and diseases. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University and completed his residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Bedford pursued specialized fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center, enhancing his expertise in advanced gastroenterological procedures. With nearly four decades of experience in the field, he provides comprehensive care for patients with complex digestive health needs. Dr. Bedford is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Bedford practices at Digestive Health Associates in Santa Monica, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Johns Health Center. He treats patients with abdominal pain, acid reflux, and bile duct diseases. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies for cancer screening and diagnostic purposes, as well as specialized procedures like anorectal motility studies and ERCP (a technique used to diagnose and treat bile duct and pancreatic conditions). Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center
  • 390 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Digestive Health Associates

1301 20th St Ste 280Santa Monica, CA 90404

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4.9 
39 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Monica , CAARCADIA , CAMontgomery , ALLittle Rock , AR
Med School: Case Western Reserve University Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rudolph Albert Bedford

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rudolph Albert Bedford has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rudolph Albert Bedford has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center1994
St Lukes Hospital WI1993
Cleveland Clinic Foundation1992
Cleveland Clinic1992
Clevland Clinic Foundation1992

Residency

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center1990
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center1990
New York-Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell1990

Internship

New York Hospital Cornell Joseph H1990
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center1988
New York-Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell1988

Medical School

Case Western Reserve UniversityGraduated in 1987
Case Western Reserve University OB GYNGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Rudolph Bedford's office located?
Dr. Rudolph Bedford's office is located at 1301 20th St Ste 280, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
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What languages does Dr. Rudolph Bedford speak?
Dr. Rudolph Bedford speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Rudolph Bedford accept my insurance?
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