Summary

Dr. Jose Lara is a board-certified internal medicine physician with specialized training in geriatric medicine. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De El Salvador Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Lara brings extensive experience caring for adult patients, particularly older adults who benefit from his geriatric specialty training. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Lara practices at Bell Clinica Familiar in Bell, California, and maintains affiliations with East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital and Downey Regional Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes managing complex conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease, including advanced kidney conditions requiring specialized care. Dr. Lara also provides preventive services like flu vaccinations and depression screenings to help patients maintain their overall health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 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. Jose Milton Lara has 2 locations

Bell Clinica Familiar

4670 Gage AveBell, CA 90201
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Milton Lara

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jose Milton Lara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jose Milton Lara has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Jose Milton Lara holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine and Universidad De El Salvador Facultad De Medicina in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Lara's NPI number is 1801935622.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Jose Lara affiliated with?
Dr. Jose Lara is affiliated with East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Lara?
You can find contact information for Dr. Jose Lara here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Jose Lara's office located?
Dr. Jose Lara's office is located at 4670 Gage Ave, Bell, CA, 90201.
What languages does Dr. Jose Lara speak?
Dr. Jose Lara speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Jose Lara accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jose Lara accepts on their Vitals profile.

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