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Dr. Malini Soogoor, MD
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Dr. Malini Soogoor, MD

Simi Valley, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Soogoor, Infectious Disease Specialist in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Malini Soogoor, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Soogoor graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Soogoor is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soogoor’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soogoor’s office at (805) 520-1191.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | Kern Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Gandhi Med Coll, Bhopal University, Bhopal, Mp, India | Gandhi Med College

    Is Dr. Soogoor board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Malini Soogoor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Soogoor speak?

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

    • English
    • Telugu

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Soogoor typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Soogoor 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. Soogoor. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Soogoor typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Malini Soogoor may include:

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

    Does Dr. Soogoor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Soogoor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 520-1191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Soogoor accept in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Soogoor in Simi Valley, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Soogoor's office located?

    Dr. Malini Soogoor's Primary Practice

    1687 Erringer Rd Ste 215

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

    (805) 520-1191

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    Dr. Malini Soogoor's Practice 2

    2650 Jones Way Ste 6

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

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    Dr. Malini Soogoor's Practice 3

    7535 Laurel Canyon Blvd

    North Hollywood, CA 91605

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    4.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Malini Soogoor a Great overall experience rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Dr. Soogoor has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Soogoor, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Soogoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659328185.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soogoor?

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

    What is Dr. Malini Soogoor's specialty?

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Malini Soogoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Soogoor is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Dr. Malini Soogoor accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Malini Soogoor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Malini Soogoor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Soogoor's office at (805) 520-1191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Malini Soogoor?

    Please contact Dr. Soogoor's office at (805) 520-1191 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Soogoor's office located?

    Dr. Soogoor's offices are located in Simi Valley, CA and North Hollywood, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Malini Soogoor have?

    Dr. Malini Soogoor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.