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Dr. Babak Behgam, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Plano, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behgam, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Plano, TX?

    Dr. Babak Behgam, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Behgam is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behgam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behgam’s office at (469) 814-3278.

    What languages does Dr. Behgam speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behgam typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behgam 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. Behgam. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behgam typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Babak Behgam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Behgam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behgam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (469) 814-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behgam accept in Plano, TX?

    Dr. Behgam in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centivo

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Behgam's office located?

    Dr. Babak Behgam's Primary Practice

    1100 Allied Dr

    Plano, TX 75093

    (469) 814-3278

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    Dr. Babak Behgam's Practice 2

    4835 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 900

    Dallas, TX 75244

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

    Dr. Behgam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225563919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behgam?

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

    What is Dr. Babak Behgam's specialty?

    Dr. Behgam is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Plano, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Babak Behgam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behgam is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney, Medical City Mckinney Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Frisco 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Babak Behgam accepting new patients in Plano, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Behgam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babak Behgam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behgam's office at (469) 814-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Babak Behgam?

    Please contact Dr. Behgam's office at (469) 814-3278 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Behgam's office located?

    Dr. Behgam's offices are located in Plano, TX and Dallas, TX.