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Rajitha Kota, MD

Family Medicine

Average rating: 4.9

| 134 ratings | 87 reviews

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

Santa Monica Parkside Family Medicine | 2428 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 200, Santa Monica, CA 90404

310-998-5868

In-Person Visit
Online Video Visit

What insurance is accepted?

Locations

Insurance

Reviews

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2020

Residency

Family Medicine, St. Joseph Health Centers and Hospital, 2020

Degrees

MD, MPH, University of Wisconsin Medical School, 2017

MPH, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine, 2013

Locations

Santa Monica

Santa Monica Parkside Family Medicine

Family Medicine| Internal Medicine| Pediatrics

2428 Santa Monica Boulevard

Suite 200

Santa Monica, California 90404

310-998-5868

Fax:310-998-5871

Location Details

UCLA Health Santa Monica Parkside Family Medicine

Areas of Focus

Primary care

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of California
Centivo
Cigna
First Health
Health Net of California
Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
L.A. Care
Medicare Advantage
MultiPlan
UFCM Health System
Prime Health Services
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:

4.9

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

134 total ratings | 87 reviews

5.0

January 30, 2025

She was professional and respectful

5.0

January 27, 2025

She always dicusses what our past appointments information and follows through.

5.0

January 23, 2025

Dr. Kota is extraordinary. Patient. Intelligent. She listens and explains. Thorough. She is compassionate and understanding. One of the best doctors I’ve had in my long life.

5.0

January 22, 2025

Dr Kota is the best doctor. She really takes the time to listen and understand my medical concerns.

5.0

January 21, 2025

Excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and carring

5.0

January 21, 2025

Excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and caring.

5.0

January 17, 2025

Dr. Kota is the best doctor! I recently changed insurance and was skeptical about starting fresh, but she listened to me, was very thorough, and had a kind spirit. I am grateful to have found her and look forward to continuing my care here at UCLA!

5.0

January 17, 2025

Very pleasant and efficient

5.0

January 14, 2025

Thank you

5.0

January 13, 2025

She is the best

5.0

January 3, 2025

As always Dr Kota, was professional, kind and helpful. Best doctor I have ever had. Thanks

5.0

January 3, 2025

Doctor was knowledgeable and answered my questions

5.0

December 18, 2024

She was very professional, made relevant inquiries, and answered all my questions and concerns.

5.0

December 17, 2024

Friendly, attentive, efficient, helpful, responsive

5.0

December 16, 2024

Good listener and explainer.

5.0

December 12, 2024

It was very good I luv my dr. She is very good.

5.0

December 11, 2024

Dr. Is Attentive caring listens compassionate offers explains reassuring trustworthy personable professional.

5.0

December 9, 2024

I love Dr. Kota. She is always friendly, approachable and very thorough. She makes sure to review my file before she talks to me because she knows how many times I’ve seen other doctors when she wasn’t there to see me.

5.0

December 5, 2024

Was attentive to what I had to say.

5.0

December 4, 2024

Very attentive

5.0

December 2, 2024

Always excellent.

5.0

December 1, 2024

Efficient

5.0

November 28, 2024

Excellent care

5.0

November 22, 2024

She’s great

5.0

November 22, 2024

She’s great.. answered all my questions

5.0

November 18, 2024

Dr. Kota is very nice and listens to all my concerns

5.0

November 15, 2024

Dr. Kota listened to me and answered all my questions. She has a great beside manner - she’s warm, kind, friendly, knowledgeable, and recommends what’s best for you and your needs. I highly recommend her!

5.0

November 13, 2024

She was great. Took time with me

5.0

November 12, 2024

Great team

5.0

November 4, 2024

I like it

5.0

November 4, 2024

Dr. Kota is very patient personable attentive positive. She listens well and understands not only what your concerns are, but she can articulate and offer insight.

5.0

October 31, 2024

Dr. Kota was patient, went through my history, updated my medication, and made referrals in a timely manner.

5.0

October 28, 2024

She is a good listener, provides useful feedback and has great bedside manner.

5.0

October 28, 2024

I love Dr. Kota. She listens and explains every question I have.

5.0

October 25, 2024

She was great as always

5.0

October 24, 2024

She’s great!

5.0

October 22, 2024

Dr. Kota was great today. She was personable, took the time to answer all my questions and didn’t make me feel like she had to rush off to her next patient.

5.0

October 22, 2024

I was seen quickly. Doctor took her time and addressed all of my concerns. Staff was friendly and professional.

5.0

October 21, 2024

Dr Kota is one of the only doctors I’ve had who really listens, reviews my history, asks thoughtful questions, and cares about my heath.

5.0

October 15, 2024

Dr. Kota is attentive and thorough in her examination and covering all aspects of my heath

5.0

June 29, 2024

Dr. Kota is very knowledgeable and friendly. She answers all my questions and takes her time with me.

5.0

June 28, 2024

Dr Kota listen to my concerns which was great. She asked me about what other options had I tried to help with the situation. Then she ordered a referral to the GI clinic.

5.0

June 25, 2024

The doctor was very friendly and helpful and efficient!

5.0

June 24, 2024

Easy experience

5.0

June 24, 2024

Excellent doctor, knowledgeable and caring

5.0

June 21, 2024

Dr Kota is the best PCP!

5.0

June 17, 2024

Primary Doctor Kota is an excellrnt physician.

5.0

June 15, 2024

Dr. Kota listened and did a thorough job. She was patient, kind, & knowledgeable. She called me today (Saturday am/on her day off) & followed up & discussed my test results. In addition, she prescribed medication.

5.0

June 14, 2024

Dr Kota was so attentive, understanding, collaborative and helpful.

5.0

June 11, 2024

She is down to earth and friendly! Really listens to my issues and problems and makes me feel very comfortable!

5.0

June 10, 2024

Dr kota is both warm and professional. Our visit was short but she was understanding about the issues. Very efficient. Thank you dr kota.

5.0

June 10, 2024

The clinic was so nice to accomodate me same day last minute when I told them that I am feeling uncomfortable. Excellent nurses and doctors. I love Dr. Kota. She’s the best.

5.0

June 10, 2024

I had great experience with my doctor. She’s extremely professional, experienced and friendly. I’m completely satisfied and comfortable.

5.0

June 7, 2024

Very attentive, understanding, and non-judgmental.

5.0

June 7, 2024

Listened, answered all questions

5.0

June 6, 2024

Good

5.0

June 6, 2024

Dr. Kota was kind and efficient!

5.0

May 31, 2024

Friendly and caring service

5.0

May 30, 2024

Dr Kota listened to me and made sure i understood the information she was giving me

5.0

May 30, 2024

Dr Kota is knowledgable, efficient, and kind.

5.0

May 30, 2024

She is the best doctor ever!

5.0

May 29, 2024

Dr Kota is very thorough and the best listener!

5.0

May 24, 2024

Dr. Kota and the staff were great.

5.0

May 23, 2024

Pleasant, personable, informative, upbeat

5.0

May 20, 2024

Excelente

5.0

May 17, 2024

Dr. Kota was able to put my mind at ease about my neck pain. Both she and the nurse were kind and courteous.

5.0

May 17, 2024

Excellent care! She was thorough and very helpful. She was kind and took her time with me.

5.0

May 10, 2024

All good

5.0

May 10, 2024

Took the time to hear my concerns

5.0

May 9, 2024

Great visit

5.0

May 8, 2024

Fast response to video visit.

5.0

April 24, 2024

Very knowledgeable, caring and professional

5.0

April 23, 2024

Dr Kopta was approachable and knowledgeable

5.0

April 19, 2024

Dr is always caring and a good listener.

5.0

April 16, 2024

Dr. Kota is knowledgeable, kind and understanding. I trust her with my health questions and needs.

5.0

April 16, 2024

She was great!

5.0

April 15, 2024

Doctor Kota is attentive and caring.

5.0

April 15, 2024

Dr. Kota is a good listening & takes what I say very seriously. She is easy to talk to & a good doctor.

5.0

April 9, 2024

Dr Kota is the best!! Thank uou

5.0

April 4, 2024

Dr. Kota is very attentive and professional.

5.0

April 4, 2024

Dr Kota is a wonderful doctor. She is thorough, listens to you and is patient. Enjoy having her as my primary doctor.

5.0

April 4, 2024

Pleasant

5.0

April 4, 2024

Had a physical and some bloodwork done. My doctor is caring, informative and honest.

5.0

April 3, 2024

She makes me feel very comfortable which allows me to speak without feeling embarrassed.

5.0

April 3, 2024

Excellent

5.0

March 28, 2024

Helpful

5.0

March 26, 2024

Covered all of my concerns efficiently, but did not feel rushed. Thanks!

Rajitha Kota, MD

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