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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saghafi, Internist in Santa Ana, CA?
Dr. Dara Saghafi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saghafi graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saghafi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saghafi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saghafi’s office at (562) 927-1116.
Where did Dr. Saghafi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Ca Irvine Med Center
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Saghafi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dara Saghafi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saghafi speak?
Dr. Saghafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saghafi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saghafi 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. Saghafi. 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:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
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 an Internist like Dr. Saghafi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dara Saghafi 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. Saghafi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saghafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Saghafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 927-1116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saghafi accept in Santa Ana, CA?
Dr. Saghafi in Santa Ana, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saghafi's office located?
Dr. Dara Saghafi's Primary Practice
1401 W 1st St Ste 101
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(562) 927-1116
What is Dr. Saghafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saghafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144320672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saghafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saghafi
What is Dr. Dara Saghafi's specialty?
Dr. Saghafi is a Internist near Santa Ana, 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. Dara Saghafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saghafi is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, South Coast Global Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Dara Saghafi accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dara Saghafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dara Saghafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saghafi's office at (562) 927-1116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dara Saghafi?
Please contact Dr. Saghafi's office at (562) 927-1116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dara Saghafi have?
Dr. Dara Saghafi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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