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Dr. Garo Balkian, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Woodland Hills, CA

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. 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, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balkian typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Garo Balkian may include:

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

    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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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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

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    What is Dr. Balkian's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Woodland Hills, CA.

    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. Garo Balkian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balkian is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Garo Balkian?

    Please contact Dr. Balkian's office at (818) 719-3600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balkian's office located?

    Dr. Balkian's office is located in Woodland Hills, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Garo Balkian have?

    Dr. Garo Balkian is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.