45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farah, Internist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Bijan Farah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Farah graduated from Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Farah is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farah’s office at (818) 385-1300.
Where did Dr. Farah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital | Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago Program
Medical School: Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences | Pahlavi University | Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Farah speak?
Dr. Farah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Farah typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Farah 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. Farah. 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 Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Foreign Object in Nostril
- Foreign Bodies
- Object in Nose
- Nasal Foreign Body
- Blocked Nostril
ICD-10 Codes:
- T171XXA: Foreign body in nostril, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Farah typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Farah 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. Farah. 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:
- Eyelid Abscess Drainage
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Blepharotomy for Abscess
- Eyelid Incision and Drainage
- Stye Drainage
- Eyelid Infection Treatment
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67700: Blepharotomy, drainage of abscess, eyelid
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Laceration Repair
- Layered Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 12044: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Nose Foreign Body Removal (Office Procedure)
- Intranasal Foreign Body Extraction
- Remove Object from Nose
- Nasal Foreign Body Removal
CPT Codes:
- 30300: Removal foreign body, intranasal; office type procedure
Also known as:
- Complex Mouth Laceration Repair
- Oral Vestibule Laceration Repair
- Mouth Cut Repair
- Complex Lip Laceration Repair
- Inner Mouth Wound Closure
CPT Codes:
- 40831: Closure of laceration, vestibule of mouth; over 2.5 cm or complex
Does Dr. Farah accept my insurance?
Dr. Farah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 385-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farah accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Farah in Encino, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farah's office located?
What is Dr. Farah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972538890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farah
What is Dr. Bijan Farah's specialty?
Dr. Farah is a Internist near Encino, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Bijan Farah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farah is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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
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Is Bijan Farah accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bijan Farah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bijan Farah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farah's office at (818) 385-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bijan Farah?
Please contact Dr. Farah's office at (818) 385-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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