Expertise in
29
conditions

Dr. Eric C. Kleerup

Pulmonary Medicine
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
757 Westwood Plz, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
29
conditions
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
757 Westwood Plz, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Eric Kleerup is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Kleerup is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Bronchiectasis.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 57 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

Pulmonary Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Santa Monica - UCLA Med Ctr & Orthopaedic Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
LA Care
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Other Locations
UCLA Health Pulmonology
200 Medical Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

Subpopulations and Intermediate Outcome Measures in COPD Study
Subpopulations and Intermediate Outcome Measures in COPD Study
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: November 13, 2025
Feasibility and Cost Effectiveness of Physiological Monitoring at Home in COPD Patients
Feasibility and Cost Effectiveness of Physiological Monitoring at Home in COPD Patients
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 01, 2020
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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57 Total Publications

Combining Pirfenidone With Mycophenolate Mofetil for Systemic Sclerosis-Related Interstitial Lung Disease (Scleroderma Lung Study III): An Investigator-Initiated, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2 Trial.
Combining Pirfenidone With Mycophenolate Mofetil for Systemic Sclerosis-Related Interstitial Lung Disease (Scleroderma Lung Study III): An Investigator-Initiated, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2 Trial.
Journal: ACR open rheumatology
Published: February 06, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric C. Kleerup

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric C. Kleerup?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric C. Kleerup by calling their office at 310-825-8061. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric C. Kleerup a top-rated expert for Emphysema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric C. Kleerup is classified as an Elite expert for Emphysema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Eric C. Kleerup specialize in?

While Dr. Eric C. Kleerup is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.

Does Dr. Eric C. Kleerup participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric C. Kleerup has published 57 articles and abstracts on conditions like Emphysema. You can view a list of Dr. Eric C. Kleerup's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric C. Kleerup accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric C. Kleerup accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-825-8061 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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