EverydayHealthLogo
AF

Dr. Ara Festekjian, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Festekjian, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ara Festekjian, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Festekjian graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Festekjian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Festekjian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Festekjian’s office at (323) 361-2109.

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

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medic | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    Is Dr. Festekjian board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ara Festekjian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Festekjian speak?

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

    • Armenian

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Festekjian typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Festekjian 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. Festekjian. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Festekjian typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ara Festekjian may include:

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

    Does Dr. Festekjian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Festekjian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2109 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Festekjian 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Festekjian's office located?

    Dr. Ara Festekjian's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-2109

    Get Directions

    Dr. Ara Festekjian's Practice 2

    468 E Santa Clara St

    Arcadia, CA 91006

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Festekjian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285729558.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Festekjian?

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

    What is Dr. Ara Festekjian's specialty?

    Dr. Festekjian is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, 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 this Dr. Ara Festekjian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Festekjian is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center 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 Ara Festekjian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ara Festekjian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ara Festekjian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Festekjian's office at (323) 361-2109 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ara Festekjian?

    Please contact Dr. Festekjian's office at (323) 361-2109 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ara Festekjian have?

    Dr. Ara Festekjian is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    Other Pediatrician Near Los Angeles, CA

    PS

    Pediatrician

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Loma Linda, CA
    JW

    Pediatrician

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    North Hollywood, CA
    JL

    Pediatrician

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Orange, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists