Summary

Dr. Andrew Spitzer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 39 years to treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 1992. Dr. Spitzer furthered his training with a fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1993, which enhanced his surgical expertise. He holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and provides care 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. His clinical focus includes treating joint pain, knee discomfort, and arthritis. He incorporates rehabilitation approaches such as physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Spitzer an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his orthopedic expertise.
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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 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Farsi Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: UCLA School of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Andrew I Spitzer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Brigham and Woman's Hospital1993

Residency

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania1992

Medical School

UCLA School of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Dr. Andrew Spitzer's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 603, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
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