Summary

Dr. Amit Kochhar specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. They earned their medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine and completed residency training at Johns Hopkins Health System. With 18 years of experience in practice, Dr. Kochhar brings extensive expertise to complex surgical cases. They provide care in English for patients seeking specialized treatment.

Dr. Kochhar practices at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Keck Hospital of USC. They treat patients with Bell's palsy, cranial nerve palsies, and deviated nasal septum. Dr. Kochhar performs aging face management procedures, Bell's palsy treatment, and blepharoplasty to help patients achieve both functional and cosmetic improvements. Their surgical expertise addresses both medical conditions and aesthetic concerns related to facial and head and neck structures.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Health System
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Pacific Neuroscience Institute

2125 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
18 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Monica , CASanta Monica , CABeverly Hills , CASusanville , CA
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Amit Kochhar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Capital Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Unity Health Insurance

Medical Specialties

Amit Kochhar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Amit Kochhar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Dermabrasion
  • General Surgeon
  • Hair Restoration
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Amit Kochhar holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Amit Kochhar's NPI number is 1114191194.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Amit Kochhar's office located?
Amit Kochhar's office is located at 2125 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Does Amit Kochhar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Amit Kochhar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Amit Kochhar speak?
Amit Kochhar speaks English.
Does Amit Kochhar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Amit Kochhar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Amit Kochhar accepting new patients?
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