Summary

Dr. Mihaela Balica specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed both her internship and residency at UCLA Medical Center in 1996 and 1998 respectively. With 31 years of medical experience, Dr. Balica brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English, French, Russian, and Romanian, allowing her to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Balica practices at California Hospital Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. She has experience treating conditions such as joint pain, epilepsy, and seizure disorders. Her practice offers various services including physical therapy coordination and complete blood count testing. Dr. Balica also provides virtual care options for patient convenience. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Russian, Romanian
  • UCLA
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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31 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, French, Russian, Romanian Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Monica , CAScottsdale , AZDiamond Bar , CAUpland , CA
Med School: University of California Los Angles David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mihaela Rucsandra Balica

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna 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 HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • 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. Mihaela Rucsandra Balica has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mihaela Rucsandra Balica has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

UCLA1998
UCLA Medical Center1998

Internship

UCLA1996
UCLA Medical Center1996

Medical School

University of California Los Angles David Geffen School of MedicineGraduated in 1995
UCLAGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Mihaela Balica affiliated with?
Dr. Mihaela Balica is affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Mihaela Balica speak?
Dr. Mihaela Balica speaks English, French, Russian, and Romanian.
Where is Dr. Mihaela Balica's office located?
Dr. Mihaela Balica's office is located at 1301 20th St Ste 470, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Does Dr. Mihaela Balica accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Mihaela Balica accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Mihaela Balica accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Mihaela Balica accepts on their Vitals profile.

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