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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakhai, Pediatrician in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Yussef Sakhai, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Sakhai completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sakhai is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakhai’s office at (323) 452-9686.
Where did Dr. Sakhai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Shahid Beheshti Univ- Fac Med- Teheran- Iran
What languages does Dr. Sakhai speak?
Dr. Sakhai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sakhai typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sakhai 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. Sakhai. 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J399: Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Various Viral Diseases
- Uncommon Viral Infections
- Other Virus Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9789: Other viral agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sakhai typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Yussef Sakhai may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Sakhai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sakhai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakhai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 452-9686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakhai accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Sakhai in Pasadena, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sakhai's office located?
Dr. Yussef Sakhai's Primary Practice
504 S Sierra Madre Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107
(323) 452-9686
What is Dr. Sakhai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakhai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518992015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakhai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakhai
What is Dr. Yussef Sakhai's specialty?
Dr. Sakhai is a Pediatrician near Pasadena, 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 this Dr. Yussef Sakhai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakhai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Yussef Sakhai accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yussef Sakhai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yussef Sakhai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakhai's office at (323) 452-9686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yussef Sakhai?
Please contact Dr. Sakhai's office at (323) 452-9686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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