Carl Blau, MD

Carl Blau, MD
Carl I Blau Inc 5400 Balboa Blvd Encino, CA 91316
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(11 Reviews)
Service
5 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
4 star average for Staff
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
My 23 year old daughter had to undergo a colonoscopy that never should have happened because of a misdiagnosis by a gastroenterologist. Dr. (and I use that term loosely) Blau, who is a shill for the insurance company, denied reimbursement for the anesthesia that was used to put her under--a decision that was made by the physician and one that my daughter had absolutely no control over. This strategy by insurance companies to avoid paying claims is being used more frequently, requiring consumers to jump through hoops in order to get legitimate claims reimbursed. I know in the end this claim will be reimbursed, but I am so angry that some irresponsible person in Irvine (who must get paid extra for each claim he rejects) has no idea what the circumstances were that led to the physician ordering the anesthesia. This is a waste of everyone's time: the insurance company's, the physician's office, and mine. Mr. Blau, I hope someone close to you who has anxiety and physical pain and has to undergo and painful procedure gets her claim rejected so you can have a slight understanding of how angry I am right now. Watch out, Mr. Blau: Outside entities that deny care can be liable for negligence in reviewing medical records. There is a growing concern that procedures to contain costs are interfering with decisions doctors make for their patients.
by Angry in California xxx.xxx.54.7
July 12, 2018
Excellent. No nonsense. Gets the job done and you're finished and know the results in no time. Nice man!
by Giacomo xxx.xxx.32.222
April 20, 2015
Was this gastroenterologist friendly?
Friendly Enough
Did this provider seem well-trained and experienced?
Yes, they seemed very qualified
Did the staff make you feel uncomfortable when you called with questions or concerns?
No, they didn't make me feel uncomfortable
Did a staff member acknowledge or greet you when you entered?
Yes, I was greeted when I walked in
Did this gastroenterologist answer all of your questions?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.188.67
October 27, 2013
Was this gastroenterologist's staff friendly?
Yes
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Sure
Was the waiting area spacious?
Yes
Did this provider rush your appointment?
No, I was able to ask as many questions as I wanted
How would you compare this provider to others in his/her field that you have visited?
Among the best I have seen
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.49.5
December 31, 2012
Did this provider listen to your input and concerns?
Absolutely! This provider always listens carefully to what I have to say!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.193.181
December 13, 2012
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Definitely! They always remember me and make me feel important!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.7.5
October 25, 2012
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Yes
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Yes
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.156.54
July 01, 2012
Did you feel safe in this provider's care?
Absolutely! I knew I was being cared for by an expert!
Was this provider late to your appointments?
No, they were on time
Are you confident that this provider will continue working with you until a solution is reached?
Yes, I know I can count on them to find a solution
Does this provider welcome questions?
Absolutely! They are happy to answer all of my questions
by Anonymous
December 19, 2011
Does this provider have a good professional reputation within your community?
Yes, they are known for being good at what they do
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Sure
Did this provider prominently display their diplomas or business license?
Yes
Did you experience unnecessary pain during your visit?
No
by Anonymous
December 05, 2011
Did this provider thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
Yes, they made sure I had all the information I needed to make a decision
by Anonymous
August 29, 2011
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