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15 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Askari, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Reza Askari, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Askari is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Askari’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. Askari’s office.
Where did Dr. Askari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Saba University / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Askari speak?
Dr. Askari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Askari treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Askari 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. Askari. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- 38 Weeks Pregnant
- 37 Weeks Pregnant
- 36 Weeks Pregnant
- 34 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy
- Full term pregnancy
- Week 38 of gestation
- Ready for birth
- Gestation at 37 weeks
- 37th week of pregnancy
- Full-term pregnancy
- Nine months pregnant
- Week 36 of gestation
- Gestation at 34 weeks
- 34th week of pregnancy
- Third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A38: 38 weeks gestation of pregnancy
- Z3A37: 37 weeks gestation of pregnancy
- Z3A36: 36 weeks gestation of pregnancy
- Z3A34: 34 weeks gestation of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Period Pain
- Menstrual Cramps
- Dysmenorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
- Cervix Disorder
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Partial uterine prolapse
- Incomplete uterine descent
- Uterovaginal prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Vaginitis
- Menopause
- Vaginitis
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
- Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
ICD-10 Codes:
- N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
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
What procedures does Dr. Askari perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Askari 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. Askari. 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:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Vaginal Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
- Uterus Removal Through Vagina
- Vaginal Uterectomy
- Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
- Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58260: Vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less;
- 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Lining Removal
- Endometrial Resection
- Thermoablation of Uterus
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
- 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Vaginal Vault Suspension Surgery
- Vaginal Wall Repair with Enterocele Fix
- Colpopexy
- Vaginal Prolapse Repair
- Sacrospinous Fixation
- Anterior and Posterior Colporrhaphy
- Pelvic Floor Repair
- Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57282: Colpopexy, vaginal; extra-peritoneal approach (sacrospinous, iliococcygeus)
- 57265: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed; with enterocele repair
Also known as:
- Fallopian Tube Dye Test
- Chromotubation
- Tubal Patency Test
- Oviduct Patency Test
CPT Codes:
- 58350: Chromotubation of oviduct, including materials
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Vaginal Wall Repair (Front and Back)
- Anteroposterior colporrhaphy
- Cystocele and rectocele repair
- Vaginal prolapse repair
CPT Codes:
- 57260: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed;
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Also known as:
- Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
- Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
- Bladder Neck Injection
- Endoscopic Urethral Implant
CPT Codes:
- 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
- Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
- Ureteral Catheter Placement
- Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access
CPT Codes:
- 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Askari accept my insurance?
Dr. Askari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Askari accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Askari in Torrance, 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GlobalHealth
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
Weyco
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Where is Dr. Askari's office located?
Dr. Reza Askari's Practice 2
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 203
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 318-5509
What is Dr. Askari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Askari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073769220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Askari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Askari
What is Dr. Reza Askari's specialty?
Dr. Askari is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Torrance, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Askari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Reza Askari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Askari is affiliated with Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross 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 Reza Askari accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Reza Askari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Reza Askari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Askari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Reza Askari?
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