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Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology
New York University (NYU) School of Medicine
Professional interests include: fistula, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), liver mass, and more.
26357 Mcbean Parkway Suite 200
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD is a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai, Unio Specialty Care, Providence, Unio Specialty Care, the Los Angeles County Medical Association, numerous medical societies, including the American Gastroenterological Association, the Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Medical Staff providing care in gastroenterology, Providence Affiliated Physicians, Los Angeles County and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

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Office Locations

201 S. Buena Vista Street Suite 410
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 253-9727
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26357 Mcbean Parkway Suite 200
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 284-6217
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Some issues Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

  • Intestinal ulcers
  • Polyps
  • Bowel cancer
  • An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

colonoscopy
colonoscopy with biopsy
colonoscopy with lesion removal
gastrointestinal biopsy
removal of lesion

In 2024, Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD performed more colonoscopy, colonoscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy with lesion removal, gastrointestinal biopsy, and removal of lesion (e.g. growth) procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

chronic care
EGD with biopsy
EGD with lesion removal
endoscopy
gastrointestinal procedures
preventive care
screening colonoscopy

By Affordability:

chronic care
therapeutic endoscopy

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD performed more chronic care, EGD with biopsy, EGD with lesion removal, endoscopy, gastrointestinal procedures, preventive care, and screening colonoscopy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for chronic care, and therapeutic endoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 29
diagnostic procedures 266
doctor visit 509
esophageal dilation 29
gastrointestinal procedures 367
hospital care 834
inpatient care 834
minimally invasive procedures 367
preventive care 72
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 266

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 29
diagnostic procedures 261
doctor visit 501
esophageal dilation 29
gastrointestinal procedures 380
hospital care 1016
inpatient care 1016
minimally invasive procedures 380
preventive care 90
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 261

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 361
Female 444
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 638
Black 17
Hispanic 106
Asian 31
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 348
From 75 to 84 246
85 and over 137
Less than 65 74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2013

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 46
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 31
Dementia 19
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 17
diagnostic procedures 290
doctor visit 448
esophageal dilation 17
gastrointestinal procedures 382
hospital care 706
inpatient care 706
minimally invasive procedures 382
preventive care 75
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 290

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 307
Female 399
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 569
Black 28
Hispanic 69
Asian 25
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 321
From 75 to 84 201
85 and over 118
Less than 65 66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2014

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 34
Dementia 16
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 36
diagnostic procedures 349
doctor visit 519
esophageal dilation 36
gastrointestinal procedures 484
hospital care 637
inpatient care 637
minimally invasive procedures 484
preventive care 87
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 349

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 656
Female 884
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1216
Black 52
Hispanic 172
Asian 60
Other 40
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 806
From 75 to 84 394
85 and over 170
Less than 65 170

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2015

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 29
Dementia 14
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 40
diagnostic procedures 388
doctor visit 520
esophageal dilation 40
gastrointestinal procedures 496
hospital care 509
inpatient care 509
minimally invasive procedures 496
preventive care 68
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 388

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 299
Female 446
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 596
Black 22
Hispanic 75
Asian 29
Other 23
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 392
From 75 to 84 206
85 and over 92
Less than 65 55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2016

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 21
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 28
Dementia 14
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 39
diagnostic procedures 405
doctor visit 599
esophageal dilation 39
gastrointestinal procedures 492
hospital care 212
inpatient care 212
minimally invasive procedures 492
preventive care 48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 405

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 326
Female 400
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 585
Black 17
Hispanic 65
Asian 32
Other 27
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 391
From 75 to 84 181
85 and over 86
Less than 65 68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2017

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 24
Dementia 12
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 20
diagnostic procedures 430
doctor visit 560
esophageal dilation 20
gastrointestinal procedures 525
hospital care 223
inpatient care 223
minimally invasive procedures 525
preventive care 62
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 430

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 344
Female 403
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 603
Black 16
Hispanic 69
Asian 32
Other 27
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 411
From 75 to 84 208
85 and over 72
Less than 65 56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2018

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 12
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis 11
balloon dilation 28
catheterization 11
diagnostic procedures 422
doctor visit 588
esophageal dilation 28
gastrointestinal procedures 540
hospital care 195
inpatient care 195
minimally invasive procedures 540
preventive care 79
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 422

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 309
Female 414
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 576
Black 0
Hispanic 63
Asian 32
Other 26
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 402
From 75 to 84 200
85 and over 71
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2019

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 9
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 30
diagnostic procedures 363
doctor visit 537
esophageal dilation 30
gastrointestinal procedures 441
hospital care 191
inpatient care 191
minimally invasive procedures 441
preventive care 48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 363

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 286
Female 349
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 518
Black 0
Hispanic 49
Asian 24
Other 33
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 377
From 75 to 84 162
85 and over 62
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2020

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 25
Dementia 11
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 24
chronic care 309
diagnostic procedures 453
doctor visit 602
esophageal dilation 24
gastrointestinal procedures 538
hospital care 356
inpatient care 356
liver imaging 17
minimally invasive procedures 538
preventive care 61
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 453
ultrasound (sonogram) 17

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 331
Female 445
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 605
Black 17
Hispanic 81
Asian 30
Other 43
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 447
From 75 to 84 209
85 and over 62
Less than 65 58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2021

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 27
Dementia 11
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 27
chronic care 298
diagnostic procedures 467
doctor visit 575
esophageal dilation 27
gastrointestinal procedures 575
hospital care 265
inpatient care 265
liver imaging 33
minimally invasive procedures 575
preventive care 81
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 467
ultrasound (sonogram) 33

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 355
Female 431
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 627
Black 13
Hispanic 78
Asian 36
Other 32
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 425
From 75 to 84 258
85 and over 61
Less than 65 42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2022

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 31
Dementia 7
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 22
chronic care 331
diagnostic procedures 489
doctor visit 432
esophageal dilation 22
gastrointestinal procedures 620
hospital care 249
inpatient care 249
liver imaging 29
minimally invasive procedures 620
preventive care 109
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 489
ultrasound (sonogram) 29

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 346
Female 399
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 608
Black 0
Hispanic 62
Asian 24
Other 32
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 406
From 75 to 84 247
85 and over 54
Less than 65 38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2023

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 6
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA during 2024 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation 28
chronic care 381
diagnostic procedures 529
doctor visit 439
esophageal dilation 40
gastrointestinal procedures 662
hospital care 179
inpatient care 179
minimally invasive procedures 662
preventive care 105
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 529

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Male 353
Female 428
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 613
Black 0
Hispanic 83
Asian 34
Other 34
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 452
From 75 to 84 240
85 and over 45
Less than 65 44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD in 2024

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 29
Dementia 6
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Burbank, CA were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, inpatient care and hospital care.

anastomosis 11
balloon dilation 28
catheterization 11
chronic care 329
diagnostic procedures 393
doctor visit 525
esophageal dilation 29
gastrointestinal procedures 500
hospital care 428
inpatient care 428
liver imaging 26
minimally invasive procedures 500
preventive care 75
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 393
ultrasound (sonogram) 26

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD.

Gender
Female 418
Male 328
Ethnicity
Black / African American 14
Asian / Pacific Islander 29
Non-Hispanic White 596
Hispanic 74
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 24
Age
85 and over 79
75 to 84 211
Less than 65 58
65 to 74 398

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 11
Osteoporosis 12
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 26
Atrial Fibrillation 12
Cancer 13
Dementia 10

Education & Training

Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine

Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cedars-Sinai
Unio Specialty Care
Providence
Unio Specialty Care
the Los Angeles County Medical Association
numerous medical societies, including the American Gastroenterological Association
the Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Medical Staff providing care in gastroenterology
Providence Affiliated Physicians, Los Angeles County
the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO, Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH, Health Net MAH, CareMore HMO, Blue Shield California HMO, Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO, CareMore MAH and Blue Shield California MAH.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO
Aetna HMO
Blue Shield of California
United Healthcare HMO
Anthem
Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
United Healthcare
Health Net HMO
CIGNA HMO
Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH
Health Net MAH
CareMore HMO
Blue Shield California HMO
Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO
CareMore MAH
Blue Shield California MAH

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 911 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Burbank, CA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard A. Kuritzkes, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
AbbVie Inc. $1,770 Skyrizi
$758 		Rinvoq
$545 		Mavyret
$157 		Humira
$124 		LINZESS
$76 		Other
$110
AbbVie, Inc. $1,765 Humira
$810 		Viekira
$397 		Mavyret
$370 		Creon
$121 		Lupron
$23 		Other
$44
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC $1,007 XIFAXAN
$743 		UCERIS TABLETS
$120 		XIFAXANIBSD
$69 		Trulance
$40 		PLENVU
$36
Gilead Sciences Inc $585 Sovaldi
$120 		Viread
$92
$373
Janssen Biotech, Inc. $584 STELARA
$415 		REMICADE
$64 		Tremfya
$59 		SIMPONI
$47
Other $4,772 LINZESS
$430 		PENTASA
$292 		ZEPOSIA
$286 		VIBERZI
$242 		ENTYVIO
$207 		Other
$3,314
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $10,294
Education $189

Biography

Dr. Richard Kuritzkes is a physician who specializes in adult gastroenterology. His clinical interests include portal hypertension, achalasia, and celiac disease. Patient reviews placed Dr. Kuritzkes at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Kuritzkes accepts. After completing medical school at New York University (NYU) School of Medicine, he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai, and Unio Specialty Care. Dr. Kuritzkes welcomes new patients at his office in as reported by Cedars-Sinai.

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