Summary

Dr. Brian Minkus treats obesity and overweight, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hyperlipidemia. He has practiced family medicine for 37 years and is affiliated with UCI Health Lakewood. He also speaks Spanish.

Dr. Minkus completed his residency at Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital and sees patients in Artesia and Lakewood, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Minkus 3.98 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Brian L Minkus has 2 locations

Minkus Family Medicine

18502 Gridley RdArtesia, CA 90701
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uci Health Lakewood

3700 South StLakewood, CA 90712

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Artesia , CAMissouri City , TXHuntington Beach , CACosta Mesa , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: SUNY-Syracuse Upstate New York Medical School Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian L Minkus

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian L Minkus has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian L Minkus has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Brian L Minkus holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Minkus' NPI number is 1235165507.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Brian Minkus's office located?
Dr. Brian Minkus's office is located at 18502 Gridley Rd, Artesia, CA, 90701.
What languages does Dr. Brian Minkus speak?
Dr. Brian Minkus speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Minkus affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Minkus is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.
Does Dr. Brian Minkus accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brian Minkus has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Brian Minkus accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brian Minkus accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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