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Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1984)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), inflammatory bowel disease, scleroderma, and more.

100 Medical Plaza Suite 345
Los Angeles, CA 90024

(310) 825-0631

Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD is a gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1984 and has 41 years of experience. Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Health, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA.

Office Locations

Address:

100 Medical Plaza Suite 345
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Address:

200 Medical Plaza #214, 365, 530, 420, 120
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Some issues Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD can help you with:

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 Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn.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.

diagnostic procedures	73
doctor visit	334
gastrointestinal procedures	82
hospital care	21
inpatient care	21
minimally invasive procedures	82
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	72

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	208

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	193
Black	25
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	26
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	90
doctor visit	395
gastrointestinal procedures	112
hospital care	74
inpatient care	74
minimally invasive procedures	112
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	89

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	0
Hispanic	31
Asian	29
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	18
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	77
doctor visit	381
gastrointestinal procedures	121
hospital care	51
inpatient care	51
minimally invasive procedures	121
preventive care	33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	76

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	502

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	458
Black	52
Hispanic	80
Asian	56
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	328
From 75 to 84	162
85 and over	62
Less than 65	118

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	146
doctor visit	484
gastrointestinal procedures	182
hospital care	75
injections	11
inpatient care	75
minimally invasive procedures	182
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	145

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	304

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	289
Black	36
Hispanic	46
Asian	40
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	212
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	31
Less than 65	75

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	145
doctor visit	563
gastrointestinal procedures	155
hospital care	87
inpatient care	87
minimally invasive procedures	155
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	144

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	351

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	330
Black	34
Hispanic	54
Asian	35
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	225
From 75 to 84	130
85 and over	29
Less than 65	85

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	219
doctor visit	704
gastrointestinal procedures	253
hospital care	94
injections	11
inpatient care	94
minimally invasive procedures	253
preventive care	10
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	218

**Gender**
Male	141
Female	392

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	381
Black	35
Hispanic	54
Asian	41
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	264
From 75 to 84	144
85 and over	42
Less than 65	83

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

diagnostic procedures	222
doctor visit	711
gastrointestinal procedures	245
hospital care	48
inpatient care	48
minimally invasive procedures	245
preventive care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	221

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	392

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	365
Black	24
Hispanic	50
Asian	39
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	243
From 75 to 84	150
85 and over	41
Less than 65	71

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	160
doctor visit	550
gastrointestinal procedures	166
minimally invasive procedures	166
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	170

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	368

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	329
Black	37
Hispanic	49
Asian	36
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	235
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	27
Less than 65	77

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	465
doctor visit	1341
gastrointestinal procedures	529
minimally invasive procedures	529
preventive care	45
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	475

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	177
doctor visit	608
gastrointestinal procedures	208
hospital care	64
injections	11
inpatient care	64
minimally invasive procedures	208
preventive care	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	179

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD.

**Gender**
Female	276
Male	89

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	24
Asian / Pacific Islander	27
Non-Hispanic White	257
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	38
Other	12

**Age**
85 and over	27
75 to 84	98
Less than 65	61
65 to 74	177

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1984. She completed residency at Internship: Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine. She has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1984)

Residency: Internship: Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine (1987)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Health

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

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. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California, UFCM Health System and L.A. Care.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Terri Ellen Getzug, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Cigna

Aetna

Blue Shield of California

MultiPlan

UnitedHealthcare

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Prime Health

First Health

HealthSmart

Centivo

Health Net of California

UFCM Health System

L.A. Care

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc	$228 Trulance $228
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$147 STELARA $147
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$135 DUPIXENT $135
Allergan Inc.	$134 VIBERZI $134
AbbVie Inc.	$133 Rinvoq $97	Humira $36
Other	$220 IBSCHEK $39	Kineret $38	Humira $38	Alinia Tablets 500mg 12 count bottle $5	$100

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$997

Biography

Dr. Terri Getzug is an adult gastroenterology specialist. In her practice, Dr. Getzug focuses on inflammatory bowel disease, colonoscopy, and scleroderma. Dr. Getzug takes Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. She studied medicine at the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine. She has received distinctions including Super Doctors Southern California; Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine; and Super doctors, Southern California. She is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. According to UCLA Health, Dr. Getzug is currently accepting new patients at her office in Los Angeles, CA.