Dr. Karen Zaghiyan, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Zaghiyan, Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

Dr. Karen Zaghiyan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA. Dr. Zaghiyan is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaghiyan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaghiyan’s office at (310) 289-9224.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zaghiyan?

Dr. Karen Zaghiyan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon 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. Zaghiyan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood, CA community, Dr. Zaghiyan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Zaghiyan speak?

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

Armenian
English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Zaghiyan typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Zaghiyan 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. Zaghiyan. 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:

Second Degree Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids
Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
Grade 2 hemorrhoids
Moderate hemorrhoids

ICD-10 Codes:

K641: Second degree hemorrhoids

Also known as:

Chronic Anal Fissure
Anal Disorder
Long-Term Anal Tear
Persistent Rectal Fissure
Chronic Fissure in Anus

ICD-10 Codes:

K601: Chronic anal fissure

Also known as:

Complete Bowel Incontinence
Bowel Incontinence
Full fecal incontinence
Total loss of bowel control
Severe accidental bowel leakage

ICD-10 Codes:

R159: Full incontinence of feces

Also known as:

Rectal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
Anal Bleeding
Blood in Stool
Lower GI Bleed

ICD-10 Codes:

K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

Also known as:

Colon Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

Also known as:

Anal Abscess
Abscess
Anal Disorder
Perianal Abscess
Pus Pocket near Anus
Anal Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

K610: Anal abscess

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Zaghiyan typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Zaghiyan 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. Zaghiyan. 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:

CPT Codes:

45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

46500: Injection of sclerosing solution, hemorrhoids
46930: Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg, infrared coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency)

Also known as:

Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
Anesthesia
Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
Rectal exam with general anesthesia
Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

CPT Codes:

45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

Also known as:

Drainage of Rectal Abscess
Ischiorectal Abscess Drainage
Perirectal Abscess Incision
Rectal Abscess Surgery

CPT Codes:

46040: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal and/or perirectal abscess (separate procedure)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

Does Dr. Zaghiyan accept my insurance?

Dr. Zaghiyan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 289-9224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Zaghiyan accept in West Hollywood, CA?

Dr. Zaghiyan in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthPartners
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Zaghiyan's office located?

Dr. Karen Zaghiyan's Primary Practice

8737 Beverly Blvd Ste 101

West Hollywood, CA 90048

(310) 289-9224

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What hospitals are Dr. Zaghiyan affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Zaghiyan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA

Ranked Liver Cancer Surgery

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

Dr. Zaghiyan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508191214.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaghiyan?

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

What is Dr. Karen Zaghiyan's specialty?

Dr. Zaghiyan is a Surgeon near West Hollywood, CA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Karen Zaghiyan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Zaghiyan is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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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