Summary

Dr. Rafael Penunuri is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in addiction medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at San Pedro Peninsula Hospital. With 44 years of medical experience, Dr. Penunuri brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Penunuri practices at multiple locations throughout Newport Beach and Santa Ana, with hospital affiliations including South Coast Global Medical Center and Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. He focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. His practice also encompasses specialized care including hospice services, life-prolonging treatments, and palliative care for patients and families facing serious illnesses. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • 79 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • San Pedro Peninsula Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael Arturo Penunuri has 5 locations

Superior Family Medical Group

1419 Superior Ave Ste 1Newport Beach, CA 92663
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 7:00 pm
SunClosed

Superior Family Medical Group Inc

1840 S Standard Ave Ste 108Santa Ana, CA 92707
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

South Coast Global Medical Center

2701 S Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92704

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

1 Hoag DrNewport Beach, CA 92663

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Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Arturo Penunuri

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • 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
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareMore
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Community Health Group
  • ConnectiCare
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • PreferredOne
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • VSP
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Arturo Penunuri has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Arturo Penunuri has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Rafael Arturo Penunuri 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 San Pedro Peninsula Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Penunuri's NPI number is 1831270362.

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