Summary

Dr. Mihaela Balica is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine. She completed both her internship and residency at UCLA Medical Center, finishing her residency in 1998. With 31 years of medical experience, Dr. Balica brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English, French, Romanian, and Russian.

Dr. Balica practices at California Hospital Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica. She focuses on managing high blood pressure and cholesterol problems, including hyperlipidemia in both adults and young patients. Her services include routine blood work and flu vaccinations, and she offers virtual care options for patient convenience. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.9.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Romanian, Russian
  • UCLA
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Speaks English, French, Romanian, Russian Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Monica , CADiamond Bar , CAScottsdale , AZUpland , CA
Med School: University of California Los Angles David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mihaela Rucsandra Balica

  • 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

Mihaela Rucsandra Balica has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mihaela Rucsandra Balica has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at UCLA in 1998 and UCLA Medical Center in 1998.

Internship

Completed their internship at UCLA in 1996 and UCLA Medical Center in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California Los Angles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1995 and UCLA in 1995.

NPI Number

Mihaela Rucsandra Balica's NPI number is 1609935287.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Mihaela Balica accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Mihaela Balica affiliated with?
Mihaela Balica is affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center.
Where is Mihaela Balica's office located?
Mihaela Balica's office is located at 1301 20th St Ste 470, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Does Mihaela Balica accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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