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Dr. Ali Safayan, MD

Washington, DC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safayan, Internist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Ali Safayan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Safayan is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safayan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safayan’s office at (202) 244-6661.

    Is Dr. Safayan board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ali Safayan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Safayan speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Safayan treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Safayan 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. Safayan. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • High Lipoprotein(a)
    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
    • Lp(a) elevation
    • High Lp(a)
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7841: Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Homocystinuria
    • Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
    • Cystathionine Beta-Synthase Deficiency
    • CBS Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7211: Homocystinuria

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Safayan perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ali Safayan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Safayan's office.

    Does Dr. Safayan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safayan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 244-6661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safayan accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Safayan in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Safayan's office located?

    Dr. Ali Safayan's Primary Practice

    4801 Wisconsin Ave NW Ste 5

    Washington, DC 20016

    (202) 244-6661

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

    Dr. Safayan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962595900.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safayan?

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

    What is Dr. Ali Safayan's specialty?

    Dr. Safayan is a Internist near Washington, DC.

    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. Safayan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ali Safayan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safayan is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Ali Safayan accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Ali Safayan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ali Safayan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safayan's office at (202) 244-6661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ali Safayan?

    Please contact Dr. Safayan's office at (202) 244-6661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Safayan have?

    Dr. Ali Safayan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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