Mihaela R. Balica, MD
Mihaela R. Balica is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Pacific Palisades, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mihaela R. Balica, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Pacific Palisades, CA. A University of California, Geffen School of Medicine graduate since 1995, she brings 31+ years of experience. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 544dNPPES updated 2024-11-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
881 Alma Real Dr Ste 101, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272-3792
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.5%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
≈ Same as national average
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Prescription Recipients
421
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
622
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $20k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
$26 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Mihaela R. Balica's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
Board certified · Nov 25, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
5601 De Soto Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367-6701
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194031
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Mihaela R. Balica
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mihaela R. Balica for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Pacific Palisades required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mihaela R. Balica
Dr. Balica is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pacific Palisades, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 829-8923.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mihaela R. Balica
Practice Location
881 Alma Real Dr Ste 101, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272-3792
Mailing Address
5601 De Soto Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367-6701
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