Summary

Dr. Mihaela Balica specializes in internal medicine, bringing three decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed both her internship and residency at UCLA Medical Center, finishing her residency in 1998. Dr. Balica is multilingual, speaking English, French, Russian, and Romanian.

Dr. Balica practices at California Hospital Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica. She treats patients with joint pain and manages complex neurological conditions like epilepsy and seizures. Her practice includes comprehensive blood work and physical therapy coordination. Patients rate Dr. Balica 2.9 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Russian, Romanian
  • 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, Russian, Romanian Speaks English, French, Bambara
Santa Monica , CATIGARD , ORDiamond Bar , CAUpland , CA
Med School: University of California Los Angles David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine 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

Where is Mihaela Rucsandra Balica's office located?
Mihaela Rucsandra Balica's office is located at 1301 20th St Ste 470, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
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What languages does Mihaela Rucsandra Balica speak?
Mihaela Rucsandra Balica speaks English, French, Russian, and Romanian.

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