33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ariani, Interventional Cardiologist in Northridge, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ariani?
Dr. Mehrdad Ariani is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ariani empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Northridge, CA community, Dr. Ariani is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ariani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCI / LONG BEACH MEMORIAL, INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY, CA, USA | UCI, CARDIOLOGY, CA, USA
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ariani board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mehrdad Ariani is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Ariani speak?
Dr. Ariani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Armenian
- English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ariani typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ariani 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. Ariani. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ariani typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ariani 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. Ariani. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ariani accept my insurance?
Dr. Ariani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 678-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ariani accept in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Ariani in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amcare Co
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ariani's office located?
Dr. Mehrdad Ariani's Primary Practice
18350 Roscoe Blvd Ste 400
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 678-4900
What hospitals are Dr. Ariani affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ariani has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
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What is Dr. Ariani's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ariani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942496211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ariani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ariani