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Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian, MD

Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian, MD

Pediatrician, Internist

Glendale, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaakijian, Pediatrician in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kaakijian graduated from University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kaakijian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaakijian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaakijian’s office at (818) 548-5437.

    Where did Dr. Kaakijian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kaakijian board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kaakijian speak?

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

    • Armenian
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kaakijian typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kaakijian 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. Kaakijian. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kaakijian typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kaakijian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaakijian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 548-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaakijian accept in Glendale, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kaakijian's office located?

    Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian's Primary Practice

    1500 S Central Ave Ste 318

    Glendale, CA 91204

    (818) 548-5437

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

    Dr. Kaakijian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992801906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaakijian?

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

    What is Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian's specialty?

    Dr. Kaakijian is a Pediatrician near Glendale, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaakijian is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles General 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaakijian's office at (818) 548-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian?

    Please contact Dr. Kaakijian's office at (818) 548-5437 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kaakijian's office located?

    Dr. Kaakijian's office is located in Glendale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian have?

    Dr. Sarkis Kaakijian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.