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Dr. Silva Karchikian, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Glendale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karchikian, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Silva Karchikian, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. Dr. Karchikian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karchikian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karchikian’s office at (818) 549-9305.

    Where did Dr. Karchikian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Karchikian speak?

    Dr. Karchikian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Armenian
    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Karchikian typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Karchikian 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. Karchikian. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Karchikian typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Silva Karchikian may include:

    Please contact Dr. Karchikian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Karchikian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karchikian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 549-9305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karchikian accept in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Karchikian in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karchikian's office located?

    Dr. Silva Karchikian's Primary Practice

    410 Arden Ave Ste 101

    Glendale, CA 91203

    (818) 549-9305

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    What is Dr. Karchikian's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Karchikian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922010388.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karchikian?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karchikian

    What is Dr. Silva Karchikian's specialty?

    Dr. Karchikian is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Glendale, CA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Silva Karchikian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karchikian is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Silva Karchikian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Silva Karchikian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Silva Karchikian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karchikian's office at (818) 549-9305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Silva Karchikian?

    Please contact Dr. Karchikian's office at (818) 549-9305 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karchikian's office located?

    Dr. Karchikian's office is located in Glendale, CA.