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Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek, MD

Pediatrician

Huntington Park, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdel-Malek, Pediatrician in Huntington Park, CA?

    Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Huntington Park, CA. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Abdel-Malek graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Abdel-Malek is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdel-Malek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdel-Malek’s office at (323) 583-4115.

    Where did Dr. Abdel-Malek go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Abdel-Malek board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Abdel-Malek speak?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abdel-Malek typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Abdel-Malek 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. Abdel-Malek. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abdel-Malek typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek may include:

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

    Does Dr. Abdel-Malek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 583-4115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdel-Malek accept in Huntington Park, CA?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek in Huntington Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Abdel-Malek's office located?

    Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek's Primary Practice

    3100 E Florence Ave Ste 1

    Huntington Park, CA 90255

    (323) 583-4115

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

    Dr. Abdel-Malek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295832277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdel-Malek?

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

    What is Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek's specialty?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek is a Pediatrician near Huntington Park, 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. Shahira Abdel-Malek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdel-Malek is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial, Redlands Community Hospital 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. Shahira Abdel-Malek accepting new patients in Huntington Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office at (323) 583-4115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office at (323) 583-4115 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abdel-Malek's office located?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek's office is located in Huntington Park, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek have?

    Dr. Shahira Abdel-Malek is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.