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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vahdat, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Shadi Vahdat, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vahdat completed her residency at Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine; Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vahdat is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vahdat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vahdat’s office at (310) 267-3840.
Where did Dr. Vahdat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine; Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Vahdat board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shadi Vahdat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vahdat speak?
Dr. Vahdat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vahdat typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vahdat diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Vahdat. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Unexplained Health Concerns
- Health Anxiety
- Somatic Symptoms
- Undiagnosed Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vahdat typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shadi Vahdat may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Vahdat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vahdat accept my insurance?
Dr. Vahdat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-3840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vahdat accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Vahdat in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vahdat's office located?
Dr. Shadi Vahdat's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 267-3840
What is Dr. Vahdat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vahdat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760494314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vahdat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vahdat
What is Dr. Shadi Vahdat's specialty?
Dr. Vahdat is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shadi Vahdat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vahdat is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Robles Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shadi Vahdat accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shadi Vahdat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shadi Vahdat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vahdat's office at (310) 267-3840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shadi Vahdat?
Please contact Dr. Vahdat's office at (310) 267-3840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shadi Vahdat have?
Dr. Shadi Vahdat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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