38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Falakassa, Gastroenterologist in Sun Valley, CA?
Where did Dr. Falakassa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Johns Episc Hosp, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Falakassa board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Bahman Falakassa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Falakassa speak?
Dr. Falakassa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Falakassa typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Falakassa 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. Falakassa. 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Vomiting Blood
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K920: Hematemesis
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Bleeding Esophageal Ulcer
- Bleeding Esophageal Varices
- Esophagus Disorder
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Esophageal ulcer with bleeding
- Hemorrhaging esophageal ulcer
- Bleeding ulcer in the food pipe
- Hemorrhaging Esophageal Varices
- Bleeding Varices in Esophagus
- GI Bleed from Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2211: Ulcer of esophagus with bleeding
- I8501: Esophageal varices with bleeding
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Falakassa typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Falakassa 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. Falakassa. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
- EGD with Bleeding Control
- Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
- Gastric Bleeding Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Falakassa accept my insurance?
Dr. Falakassa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 768-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falakassa accept in Sun Valley, CA?
Dr. Falakassa in Sun 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
Correct Care Integrated Health
GEMCare
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Falakassa's office located?
Dr. Bahman Falakassa's Primary Practice
9375 San Fernando Rd
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 768-3000
What hospitals are Dr. Falakassa affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Falakassa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Falakassa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falakassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982649331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falakassa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falakassa