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Dr. Monica Perlman, MD

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Specializes in: Public Health & General Preventive Medicine, Primary Care and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine

Professional interests include: sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing, X-rays, suture removal, and more.

17585-d Harvard Avenue
Irvine, CA

(949) 805-2660

Dr. Monica Perlman, MD is a public health physician in Irvine, CA specializing in public health & general preventive medicine, primary care and internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. Dr. Monica Perlman, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Sharp HealthCare, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Perlman Clinic, Scripps Health, MemorialCare, MemorialCare Independent Physicians and Mercy Physicians Medical Group.

Office Locations

MemorialCare Independent Physicians

17585-d Harvard Avenue
Irvine, CA

(949) 805-2660

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3737 Moraga Avenue Suite B-103
San Diego, CA 92117

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3900 5th Avenue Suite 110
San Diego, CA 92103

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4142 Adams Avenue #102
San Diego, CA 92116

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7855 Ivanhoe Avenue Suite #110
La Jolla, CA 92037

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Sharp HealthCare

9850 Genesee Avenue Suite 110
La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 864-9800

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9850 Genesee Avenue Suite 320
San Diego, CA 92037

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Some issues Dr. Monica Perlman, MD can help you with:

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.

There are three main types of ADHD:

Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type of ADHD.

When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.

Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.

ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

Welcome to Medicare visit

In 2023, Dr. Monica Perlman, MD performed more Welcome to Medicare visit (initial preventive physical exam) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

blood draw

phlebotomy for lab tests

In 2012, Dr. Monica Perlman, MD performed more blood draw, and phlebotomy for lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within California.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2012 were preventive care, vaccines and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1181
ear procedures	34
preventive care	84
vaccines	55

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2013 were preventive care, ear procedures and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1261
ear procedures	34
preventive care	37
vaccines	13

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	181
Female	429

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	549
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	287
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	117
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2013

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2014 were preventive care, vaccines and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1252
ear procedures	29
preventive care	87
vaccines	74

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	439

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	551
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	286
From 75 to 84	180
85 and over	118
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2014

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2015 were preventive care, vaccines, ear procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	14
doctor visit	2046
ear procedures	34
preventive care	101
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
vaccines	78

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	580
Female	1140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1530
Black	0
Hispanic	98
Asian	42
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	828
From 75 to 84	476
85 and over	304
Less than 65	112

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2015

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2016 were preventive care, vaccines, blood draw and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	103
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	2772
ear procedures	24
preventive care	172
vaccines	149

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	370
Female	710

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	943
Black	0
Hispanic	63
Asian	31
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	522
From 75 to 84	297
85 and over	166
Less than 65	95

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2016

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2017 were preventive care, vaccines, blood draw and breast exam.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	182
breast exam	14
cytology	13
doctor visit	3780
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	14
preventive care	289
vaccines	258

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	568
Female	924

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1296
Black	0
Hispanic	79
Asian	50
Other	47
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	757
From 75 to 84	402
85 and over	227
Less than 65	106

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2017

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2018 were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	11
blood draw	389
breast exam	13
breathing treatment	30
cytology	13
doctor visit	5299
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	13
incision and drainage	11
lab tests	35
minor procedures	11
preventive care	185
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
skin procedures	16
skin surgery	11
vaccines	158

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	705
Female	1140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1590
Black	0
Hispanic	116
Asian	50
Other	61
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	944
From 75 to 84	529
85 and over	231
Less than 65	141

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2018

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2019 were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	200
doctor visit	1497
lab tests	21
preventive care	40
vaccines	40

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	377
Female	598

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	837
Black	0
Hispanic	54
Asian	25
Other	40
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	477
From 75 to 84	290
85 and over	152
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2019

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	16
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2020 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	278
doctor visit	2685
lab tests	52

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	677
Female	952

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1379
Black	0
Hispanic	98
Asian	54
Other	70
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	896
From 75 to 84	486
85 and over	172
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2020

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2021 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	367
doctor visit	2085
lab tests	27

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	566
Female	916

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1252
Black	0
Hispanic	88
Asian	50
Other	58
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	783
From 75 to 84	431
85 and over	162
Less than 65	106

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2021

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	17
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA during 2022 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	282
doctor visit	1090
lab tests	20

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	210
Female	441

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	553
Black	0
Hispanic	37
Asian	18
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	296
From 75 to 84	227
85 and over	86
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD in 2022

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	15
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated as a public health physician in Irvine, CA were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

abscess drainage	11
blood draw	257
breast exam	13
cardiac procedures	14
cytology	13
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	2268
ear procedures	31
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	13
incision and drainage	11
lab tests	31
minor procedures	11
preventive care	124
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
skin procedures	16
skin surgery	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
vaccines	103

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD.

**Gender**
Female	699
Male	400

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	31
Non-Hispanic White	952
Hispanic	62
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	30

**Age**
85 and over	157
75 to 84	317
Less than 65	72
65 to 74	552

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Monica Perlman, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Monica Perlman, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Monica Perlman, MD graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine, Public Health and General Preventive Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine

Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Preventive Medicine, Public Health and General Preventive Medicine (1997)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Monica Perlman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC San Diego Health

Sharp HealthCare

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Perlman Clinic

Scripps Health

MemorialCare

MemorialCare Independent Physicians

Mercy Physicians Medical Group

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. Monica Perlman, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Anthem, Sharp Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Health Net and Medicare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Monica Perlman, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Cigna

Aetna

Blue Shield of California

Self-Pay/Uninsured

Anthem

Sharp Health Plan

UnitedHealthcare

Health Net

Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Monica Perlman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Monica Perlman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Irvine, CA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2017-12-05

My entire family is treated by or has been treated by the Perlman Clinic. They are kind and always do a wonderful job taking care of us. I get return emails, calls and last minute appointments if something urgent comes up. I have never had as good of care as we do with Dr. Perlman. Stephen in her office is fantastic and is very helpful. No matter what medical insurance plan we go to, a number one requirement for my family is that Dr. Perlman is in the network. We love the care we receive and how much they pay attention to our families needs. Excellent provider!

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$14,384 INVOKANA $13,617	XARELTO $647	INVOKAMET $121
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$2,885 FARXIGA $1,059	SYMBICORT $467	BYDUREON PEN $334	BYDUREON $248	BREZTRI $158	Other $619
Amgen Inc.	$2,548 Repatha $1,439	Prolia $720	Aimovig $388
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.	$2,118 NURTEC ODT $2,118
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$1,679 BREO $369	ANORO $369	TRELEGY ELLIPTA $347	SHINGRIX $210	ANORO ELLIPTA $105	Other $279
Other	$16,811 Synthroid $766	UBRELVY $678	ID NOW COVID-19 $500	Xeomin $485	Tymlos $475	Other $13,908

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$25,024
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$11,100
Consulting Fee	$2,357
Travel and Lodging	$1,655
Education	$194
Other	$95

Biography

Dr. Monica Perlman's medical specialty is public health & general preventive medicine and primary care. After completing medical school at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine, Dr. Perlman performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Her clinical interests include cosmetic treatments, trigger point injection, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). She can take Blue Shield, Health Net, Anthem, and more. In addition to English, Dr. Perlman speaks Spanish. She is professionally affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Perlman Clinic. According to Perlman Clinic, new patients are welcome to contact her office in La Jolla, CA.