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Who is Dr. Shweikeh, Internist in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Faris Shweikeh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shweikeh is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shweikeh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shweikeh’s office at (805) 546-7600.
What languages does Dr. Shweikeh speak?
Dr. Shweikeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shweikeh treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shweikeh 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. Shweikeh. 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.
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Shweikeh perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Faris Shweikeh 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shweikeh's office.
Does Dr. Shweikeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shweikeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 546-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shweikeh accept in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Shweikeh in La Mirada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shweikeh's office located?
Dr. Faris Shweikeh's Primary Practice
12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401
La Mirada, CA 90638
(805) 546-7600
What is Dr. Shweikeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shweikeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962745265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shweikeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shweikeh
What is Dr. Faris Shweikeh's specialty?
Dr. Shweikeh is a Internist near La Mirada, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Shweikeh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Faris Shweikeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shweikeh is affiliated with Saint Agnes 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Faris Shweikeh accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?
No, Dr. Faris Shweikeh is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faris Shweikeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shweikeh's office at (805) 546-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faris Shweikeh?
Please contact Dr. Shweikeh's office at (805) 546-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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