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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hijazi, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Waseem Hijazi, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hijazi is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hijazi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hijazi’s office at (310) 423-2726.
What languages does Dr. Hijazi speak?
Dr. Hijazi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hijazi typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hijazi 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. Hijazi. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hijazi typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Waseem Hijazi may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Hijazi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hijazi accept my insurance?
Dr. Hijazi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-2726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hijazi accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Hijazi in Los Angeles, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hijazi's office located?
Dr. Waseem Hijazi's Primary Practice
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-2726
What is Dr. Hijazi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hijazi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104662816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hijazi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hijazi
What is Dr. Waseem Hijazi's specialty?
Dr. Hijazi is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Waseem Hijazi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hijazi is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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
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Is Waseem Hijazi accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
No, Dr. Waseem Hijazi is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waseem Hijazi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hijazi's office at (310) 423-2726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waseem Hijazi?
Please contact Dr. Hijazi's office at (310) 423-2726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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