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Dr. Richard Kennedy, MD

Family Medicine* Age 64
Dr. Richard Kennedy, MD
4.0 (16 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Kennedy, MD

Family Medicine* Age 64
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Richard Kennedy, MD works in Santa Monica, CA as a Family Medicine Physician and has 38 years experience.

They are board certified in Family Practice and graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. Dr. Kennedy completed a residency at 1987. At present, Dr. Kennedy has received an average rating of 4.0 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. They are affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Kennedy practices at Practice in Santa Monica, CA and has additional offices in Los Angeles, CA.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

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    UCSHIP-CA PPO
    USC Plan (Two Tiered Network)-CA HMO
    Vivity-CA HMO
  • Prudent Buyer PPO
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Preferred Plan PPO
    Prudent Buyer
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
    Select Plus HMO
    Select PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Great West Healthcare-Cigna
    Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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    Secure Horizons
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Parkside Family Medicine
    2428 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 200, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 998-5868
  2. 2 UCLA Dept of Medicine
    200 Medical Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 825-6301
  3. 3 UCLA Med Group\Internal Medicine Consultants of SM
    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 458-2381
  4. 4 Office
    5767 W Century Blvd Ste 200, Los Angeles, CA 90045
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 825-6301
  5. 5 UCLA Med Group\Internal Medicine Consultants of SM
    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 582-6200

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Based on 16 Reviews
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Feb 23, 2021
Dr. Kennedy is a fantastic primary care doctor. He has a great sense of humor and is able to put you at ease. He listens, is not hesitant to refer you to a specialist if you need one, and always checks up on you. My family has been going to him for over 15 years.
— Feb 23, 2021
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Santa Monica Hospital
    1987
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • 1987
    1989
Residency Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Richard Kennedy, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Kennedy accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Kennedy's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Kennedy accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Kennedy accepts here.

Dr. Kennedy has a star rating of 4.0/5 and has been reviewed 16 times.

Dr. Kennedy is board certified in Family Practice.

Dr. Kennedy has been practicing as a Family Medicine Physician for 38 years.

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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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