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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakal, Internist in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Khadir Kakal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kakal is fluent in English, Hindi, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakal’s office at (818) 609-7536.
Is Dr. Kakal board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Khadir Kakal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kakal speak?
Dr. Kakal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Swahili
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kakal typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kakal 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. Kakal. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kakal typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Kakal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kakal. 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:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Kakal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 609-7536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakal accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Kakal in Tarzana, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kakal's office located?
Dr. Khadir Kakal's Primary Practice
18399 Ventura Blvd Ste 245
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 609-7536
What is Dr. Kakal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265699185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakal
What is Dr. Khadir Kakal's specialty?
Dr. Kakal is a Internist near Tarzana, 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. Khadir Kakal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakal is affiliated with Ucla West Valley Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Riverside Community 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
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Is Khadir Kakal accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Khadir Kakal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khadir Kakal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakal's office at (818) 609-7536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khadir Kakal?
Please contact Dr. Kakal's office at (818) 609-7536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khadir Kakal have?
Dr. Khadir Kakal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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