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Dr. Joseph Ghazal, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghazal, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Ghazal, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghazal graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ghazal is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghazal’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghazal’s office at (323) 913-4303.

    Where did Dr. Ghazal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Tulane University School Of Med | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine | Wright State University School of Medicine | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ghazal board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Ghazal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ghazal speak?

    Dr. Ghazal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ghazal treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ghazal 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. Ghazal. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does Dr. Ghazal perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ghazal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ghazal. 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:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Does Dr. Ghazal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ghazal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 913-4303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ghazal accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ghazal in Los Angeles, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • GlobalHealth

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Preferred IPA

    • Weyco

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    Where is Dr. Ghazal's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Ghazal's Primary Practice

    1300 N Vermont Ave Ste 808

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 913-4303

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    Dr. Joseph Ghazal's Practice 2

    5831 Firestone Blvd Ste E

    South Gate, CA 90280

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    Dr. Joseph Ghazal's Practice 3

    2928 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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

    Dr. Ghazal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275558330.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghazal?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Ghazal's specialty?

    Dr. Ghazal is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Ghazal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Ghazal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghazal is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Torrance Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Joseph Ghazal accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Ghazal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Ghazal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ghazal's office at (323) 913-4303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ghazal?

    Please contact Dr. Ghazal's office at (323) 913-4303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Ghazal have?

    Dr. Joseph Ghazal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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