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Dr. Frederick Boghossian, MD

Glendale, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boghossian, Gastroenterologist in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Frederick Boghossian, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Boghossian graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Gastroenterology; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine. Dr. Boghossian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boghossian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boghossian’s office at (818) 241-0300.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Gastroenterology; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Boghossian board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frederick Boghossian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Boghossian speak?

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

    • Armenian

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Boghossian treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Boghossian 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. Boghossian. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does Dr. Boghossian perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Boghossian 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. Boghossian. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Polyp Removal
    • Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Endoscopic Hemostasis
    • Colonoscopy for Bleeding

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Boghossian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boghossian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 241-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Boghossian in Glendale, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Partners Healthcare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Boghossian's office located?

    Dr. Frederick Boghossian's Primary Practice

    1560 E Chevy Chase Dr Ste 320

    Glendale, CA 91206

    (818) 241-0300

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

    Dr. Boghossian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841303849.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boghossian?

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

    What is Dr. Frederick Boghossian's specialty?

    Dr. Boghossian is a Gastroenterologist near Glendale, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Boghossian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frederick Boghossian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boghossian is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA), Adventist Health Glendale 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 Frederick Boghossian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Frederick Boghossian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frederick Boghossian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boghossian's office at (818) 241-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Frederick Boghossian?

    Please contact Dr. Boghossian's office at (818) 241-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frederick Boghossian have?

    Dr. Frederick Boghossian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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