Summary

Dr. Rafael Penunuri has practiced family medicine, addiction medicine, and internal medicine for 44 years and is affiliated with South Coast Global Medical Center. He treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency, and performs hospice care, life-prolonging treatment, and palliative care. He also sees patients for pediatric hypertension.

Dr. Penunuri earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at San Pedro Peninsula Hospital. He sees patients in Newport Beach and Santa Ana, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Penunuri 3.73 out of 5.

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: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Rafael Penunuri accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Rafael Penunuri accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Penunuri accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Penunuri affiliated with?
Dr. Rafael Penunuri is affiliated with South Coast Global Medical Center.
Does Dr. Rafael Penunuri accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rafael Penunuri has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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