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Who is Dr. Moftakhar, Internist in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Shirin Moftakhar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Goleta, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Moftakhar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Moftakhar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moftakhar’s office at (805) 565-0020.
What languages does Dr. Moftakhar speak?
Dr. Moftakhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Moftakhar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Moftakhar 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. Moftakhar. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Moftakhar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shirin Moftakhar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Moftakhar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Moftakhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Moftakhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 565-0020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Moftakhar accept in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Moftakhar in Goleta, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Moftakhar's office located?
Dr. Shirin Moftakhar's Primary Practice
5383 Hollister Ave Ste 160
Goleta, CA 93111
(805) 565-0020
What is Dr. Moftakhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Moftakhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760010284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moftakhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Moftakhar
What is Dr. Shirin Moftakhar's specialty?
Dr. Moftakhar is a Internist near Goleta, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Shirin Moftakhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Moftakhar is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shirin Moftakhar accepting new patients in Goleta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shirin Moftakhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirin Moftakhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Moftakhar's office at (805) 565-0020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirin Moftakhar?
Please contact Dr. Moftakhar's office at (805) 565-0020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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