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Dr. Monica Kandavel, MD

Pediatrician

Tarzana, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kandavel, Pediatrician in Tarzana, CA?

    Dr. Monica Kandavel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Kandavel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kandavel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kandavel’s office at (818) 996-6000.

    Is Dr. Kandavel board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Kandavel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kandavel speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kandavel 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. Kandavel. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Monica Kandavel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kandavel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kandavel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 996-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kandavel accept in Tarzana, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kandavel's office located?

    Dr. Monica Kandavel's Primary Practice

    18370 Burbank Blvd Ste 307

    Tarzana, CA 91356

    (818) 996-6000

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    Dr. Monica Kandavel's Practice 2

    8120 Woodman Ave Bldg 6

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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

    Dr. Kandavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114952488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kandavel?

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

    What is Dr. Monica Kandavel's specialty?

    Dr. Kandavel is a Pediatrician near Tarzana, 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. Monica Kandavel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kandavel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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. Monica Kandavel accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Kandavel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Monica Kandavel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kandavel's office at (818) 996-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Monica Kandavel?

    Please contact Dr. Kandavel's office at (818) 996-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kandavel's office located?

    Dr. Kandavel's offices are located in Tarzana, CA and Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Kandavel have?

    Dr. Monica Kandavel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.