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Summary
Dr. James Rau has practiced internal medicine and infectious disease for 56 years and is affiliated with Centinela Hospital Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and sees patients in Santa Monica, California.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- Indiana University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 56 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Santa Monica , CA | Fresno , CA | Lyons , CO | Diamond Bar , CA |
| Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Edward Rau
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Edward Rau has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Edward Rau has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
Dr. James Edward Rau 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
Medical School
Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1970.
NPI Number
Dr. Rau's NPI number is 1528130671.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James Rau accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Rau has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. James Rau's office located?
- Dr. James Rau's office is located at 650 San Lorenzo St, Santa Monica, CA, 90402.
- Does Dr. James Rau accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Rau accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Rau affiliated with?
- Dr. James Rau is affiliated with Centinela Hospital Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Rau?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Rau here on Vitals.
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