Summary

Dr. Andrew Spitzer is an orthopedic surgeon who graduated from UCLA School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 1992, followed by a fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1993. With nearly four decades of medical practice, he brings extensive expertise to treating musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Spitzer is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Spitzer practices at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Los Angeles, California, and maintains an affiliation with Shriners Children's Southern California. He specializes in addressing joint pain, knee discomfort, and arthritis-related conditions. His treatment approach includes physical therapy techniques, strength training programs, and hands-on manual therapy methods. Patients have given Dr. Spitzer an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 39 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham and Woman's Hospital
  • 47 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 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

Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Los Angeles

444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 603Los Angeles, CA 90048
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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39 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CALong Beach , CAMarina Del Rey , CA
Med School: UCLA School of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Andrew I Spitzer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Andrew I Spitzer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Andrew I Spitzer has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Andrew I Spitzer holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Brigham and Woman's Hospital in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 1992.

Medical School

Graduated from UCLA School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Andrew I Spitzer's NPI number is 1619945581.

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Is Andrew Spitzer accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Andrew Spitzer affiliated with?
Andrew Spitzer is affiliated with Shriners Childrens Southern California.
Where is Andrew Spitzer's office located?
Andrew Spitzer's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 603, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
Does Andrew Spitzer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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