PB
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Banafshe, Adult Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Paymon Banafshe, DO is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Banafshe graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Dr. Banafshe is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banafshe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banafshe’s office at (310) 670-1840.
Where did Dr. Banafshe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Banafshe board certified as an Adult Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paymon Banafshe, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Banafshe speak?
Dr. Banafshe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banafshe typically treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banafshe 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. Banafshe. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banafshe typically perform?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banafshe 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. Banafshe. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Mucus Removal from Airway (Nasotracheal)
- Nasotracheal Suctioning
- Airway Aspiration
- Tracheal Suctioning
- Breathing Tube Suction
CPT Codes:
- 31720: Catheter aspiration (separate procedure); nasotracheal
Does Dr. Banafshe accept my insurance?
Dr. Banafshe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 670-1840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banafshe accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Banafshe in Los Angeles, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Banafshe's office located?
Dr. Paymon Banafshe also offers virtual visits
Dr. Paymon Banafshe's Primary Practice
6222 W Manchester Ave # A
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1840
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Paymon Banafshe?
Dr. Banafshe has appointments available at his Los Angeles, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Banafshe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banafshe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346341575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banafshe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banafshe
What is Dr. Paymon Banafshe's specialty?
Dr. Banafshe is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?
The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.
Is this Dr. Paymon Banafshe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banafshe is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Cedars-Sinai 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 Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adult Medicine Specialist. 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 Paymon Banafshe accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paymon Banafshe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paymon Banafshe offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Banafshe, or call (310) 670-1840 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Paymon Banafshe?
Yes, Dr. Banafshe offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Banafshe, or call (310) 670-1840 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paymon Banafshe have?
Dr. Paymon Banafshe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Adult Medicine Specialist Near Los Angeles, CA
JE
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Joy Ekwueme, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location.
Los Angeles, CA
Adult Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Lydia Green, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years.
Los Angeles, CA
Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. Lacy Knowles, DO is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles, CA