Summary

Dr. Joel Sarachek is a family medicine physician with 34 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis and completed his residency training in family practice at Santa Monica Hospital and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center in 1995. Dr. Sarachek speaks English and brings more than three decades of clinical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Sarachek is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and practices at Primary Care Ocean Park in Santa Monica, California. He specializes in treating common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. His practice focuses on preventive services including camp physicals, cancer screening, and managing chronic diseases. Patients have given Dr. Sarachek an average rating of 4.9 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and thorough approach to family medicine.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 34 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Santa Monica Hospital
  • 305 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 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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4.9 
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34 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Telugu
Santa Monica , CASeal Beach , CAPlacentia , CAEl Monte , CA
Med School: University of California Davis Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joel Ivan Sarachek

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Joel Ivan Sarachek has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joel Ivan Sarachek has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Santa Monica Hospital in 1995 and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Medical Center Family Practice in 1995.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California Davis in 1992 and University of California Davis School of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Joel Ivan Sarachek's NPI number is 1518987114.

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Is Joel Sarachek accepting new patients?
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Does Joel Sarachek accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Joel Sarachek affiliated with?
Joel Sarachek is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center.
Where is Joel Sarachek's office located?
Joel Sarachek's office is located at 2701 Ocean Park Blvd Ste 118, Santa Monica, CA, 90405.
Does Joel Sarachek accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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