Summary

Dr. Block graduated from the University of California Davis School of Medicine,University of California San Francisco School of Medicine in 1971. He works in Pacific Palisades, CA and 1 other location and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Block is affiliated with East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 55 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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. Michael Robert Block has 2 locations

Block Garb And Smith Medical Group

970 Monument St Ste 210Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
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

Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center

1250 16th StSanta Monica, CA 90404

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Dr. Michael Robert Block, MDDr. Ronald Stephen Siegel, MDDr. John Mete Buch, MDDr. Nancy Lynn Greengold, MD
NephrologyGastroenterologyInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
55 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian
Pacific Palisades , CASanta Monica , CALos Angeles , CALa Mesa , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Robert Block

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareMore - HMO
  • CareMore - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • 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
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Robert Block has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Robert Block has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Robert Block 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 2028.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine and University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Block's NPI number is 1134203656.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Michael Block's office located?
Dr. Michael Block's office is located at 970 Monument St Ste 210, Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Block?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Block here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Block affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Block is affiliated with East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Michael Block speak?
Dr. Michael Block speaks Spanish and Russian.
Does Dr. Michael Block accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Block accepts on their Vitals profile.

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