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  4. Dr. David Berger, MD

Dr. David Berger, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism•Male•Age 73

Dr. Berger
Accepting new patients
Osteoporosis, Diabetes, and More

David Berger MD

11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 110 Downey, CA 90241

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Dr. David Berger, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Downey, CA and has over 48 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Berger has more experience with Osteoporosis, Diabetes, and Thyroid Disorders than other specialists in his area. He graduated from University of California School of Medicine - Irvine medical school in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities PIH Health Downey Hospital and PIH Health Whittier Hospital. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Berger to book an appointment.

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No malpractice claims found for California
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Berger

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Berger treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Berger treats other conditions, please contact the office at (562) 861-0336.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis specialists.

Dr. Berger typically treats 76% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 2 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
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High Frequency
Very High Frequency
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Diabetes

Diabetes specialists manage and treat a range of diabetes-related conditions including type 1 and type 2 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis through procedures such as continuous glucose monitoring and insulin therapy.Compare with other Diabetes specialists.

Dr. Berger typically treats 75% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 5 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
Normal Frequency
High Frequency
Very High Frequency
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Thyroid Disorders

Thyroid disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the thyroid gland, including hyperparathyroidism, thyroid disease, and thyroid nodules.Compare with other Thyroid Disorders specialists.

Dr. Berger typically treats 65% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 6 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Disease
Goiter
Hyperparathyroidism
Normal Frequency
High Frequency
Very High Frequency
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Dr. Berger's conditions and procedures:

  • Abnormal Thyroid
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Adrenal Incidentaloma
  • Adrenal Insufficiency
  • Aspiration or Injection of Thyroid Cyst
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
  • Benign Tumor
  • Bone Disorders
  • Breast Diseases
  • Calcium Metabolism Disorders
  • Cancer
  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring
  • Cushing's Syndrome
  • Diabetes Insipidus
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
  • Diabetes Type 1
  • Diabetes Type 2
  • Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis
  • Female Infertility
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Goiter
  • Graves' Disease
  • Growth Hormone Deficiency
  • Gynecomastia
  • Hashimoto's Disease
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Kidney Disease
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
  • Obesity
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Precocious Puberty
  • Pregnancy-Related Disorders
  • Retina Diseases
  • Symptomatic Menopause
  • Testicular Dysfunction
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Cyst
  • Thyroid Disease
  • Thyroiditis
  • Turner Syndrome
  • Vitamin D Deficiency

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Dr. Berger accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Aetna HMO
Basic HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
Advantage-CA HMO
Advantage-CA PPO
Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Individual-CA HMO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Large Group-CA HMO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Small Group-CA HMO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Large Group-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Student Health-CA PPO
Blue Cross-CA HMO-POS
Bronze (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Bronze w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
Dignity Health Custom Advantage-CA HMO
Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
Dignity Health PHC EPO & HDP/HSA-CA
Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
EPO-CA
Gold (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Gold (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Gold Advantage-CA PPO
Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Gold Priority Select-CA HMO
Gold Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Lumenos Plans-CA PPO
Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP) - Prudent Buyer-CA PPO
MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
National (BlueCard) PPO
PERS Choice / PERSCare Providers-CA PPO
PERS Select-CA HMO
PERS Traditional-CA HMO
Platinum (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Platinum Priority Select-CA HMO
Platinum Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Priority Select-CA HMO
Select Plus-CA HMO
Select-CA HMO
Silver (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Silver (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Silver Advantage-CA PPO
Silver EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Silver EPO w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer/Small Grp)-CA PPO
Silver Priority Select-CA HMO
Silver Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Silver w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
Tenet Network-CA PPO
Traditional
Traditional PPO
UC Care-CA PPO
UC CORE-CA PPO
UC Health Savings Plan-CA
UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA
UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
UCSHIP-CA PPO
USC Plan (Two Tiered Network)-CA HMO
Vivity-CA HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
Priority Select HMO
Select Plus HMO
Blue Shield of California
Access Plus Savenet
Local Access Plus HMO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
LocalPlus
Open Access Plus
LACare
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
PHCS Network PPO

Dr. Berger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Berger

3.4

Based on 17 ratings

5 Stars
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1 Star
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Ive been a patient of dr berger for over 12 years. I've recommended him to my father in law because dr berger knows how to treat his patients. The best doctor I have ever had. His stuff is so friendly and helpful at all my visits and phone calls.
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D. Aspeitia – Jun 06, 2020
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I'm really regrets going to that dr .
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Amir in whittier – Jun 02, 2017
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My wife has been a patient of Dr Berger for 20 years She is diabetic with renal failure She is extremely happy with the way he treats her She has a renal specialist as well but Dr Berger is her GP and Diabetes Dr I am so impressed with him that I have changed to him as my primary doctor He has been my Dr for about 15 years or so Very professional and just a great guy
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Ken Welker in South Gate, CA – Nov 22, 2016
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Excellent, well trained and thorough physician.
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About Me

Biography

Dr. David Berger, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Downey, CA and has over 48 years of experience in the medical field. Dr....Read more

Specialties

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine
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Education

1978
University of Michigan Hospitals
Fellowship Hospital
1976
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Residency Hospital
1975
Kaiser Fdn Hosp
Residency Hospital
1974
Kaiser Fdn Hosp
Internship Hospital
1973
University of California School of Medicine - Irvine
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. David Berger, MD accepting new patients?

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Does Dr. David Berger, MD accept my insurance?

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What are Dr. David Berger, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Berger frequently treats Osteoporosis, Diabetes, and Thyroid Disorders. See all practice areas where Dr. Berger specializes.

Where is Dr. David Berger, MD's office located?

Dr. Berger's office is located at 11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 110, Downey, CA 90241. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Does Dr. David Berger, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Berger has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.

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David Berger MD

David Berger MD11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 110 Downey, CA 90241
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Affiliated Hospitals

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PIH Health Downey Hospital

Downey, CA

64% Patient experience rating, 5% lower than the national average

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

Whittier, CA

82% Patient experience rating, 13% higher than the national average

  • Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2020, 2019, 2018)
  • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2020)
  • America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2019, 2018)