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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balkian, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Woodland Hills, CA?
Dr. Garo Balkian, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Woodland Hills, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Balkian completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Balkian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balkian’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. Balkian’s office at (818) 719-3600.
Where did Dr. Balkian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Balkian board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Garo Balkian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balkian speak?
Dr. Balkian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balkian treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balkian 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. Balkian. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Hives
- Allergy
- Hives
- Allergic welts
- Allergic rash
- Urticaria due to allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L500: Allergic urticaria
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Balkian perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Garo Balkian may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balkian's office.
Does Dr. Balkian accept my insurance?
Dr. Balkian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 719-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balkian accept in Woodland Hills, CA?
Dr. Balkian in Woodland Hills, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balkian's office located?
Dr. Garo Balkian's Primary Practice
5601 De Soto Ave
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
(818) 719-3600
What is Dr. Balkian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balkian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326154063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balkian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balkian
What is Dr. Garo Balkian's specialty?
Dr. Balkian is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Woodland Hills, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Balkian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Garo Balkian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balkian is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Garo Balkian accepting new patients in Woodland Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Garo Balkian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garo Balkian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balkian's office at (818) 719-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garo Balkian?
Please contact Dr. Balkian's office at (818) 719-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Garo Balkian have?
Dr. Garo Balkian is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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