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Dr. Bracha Shaham, MD

Dr. Bracha Shaham, MD

Pediatric Rheumatologist, Rheumatologist

Los Angeles, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shaham, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Bracha Shaham, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaham graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Rheumatology; White Mem Med Ctr, Pediatrics. She is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Shaham is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaham’s office at (323) 361-5458.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shaham?

    Dr. Bracha Shaham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shaham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Shaham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital Los Angeles: Pediatric Rheumatology

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Rheumatology; White Mem Med Ctr, Pediatrics | White Memorial Medical Center | Children'S Hosp Of L A, Rheumatology White Mem Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine | Sackler School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shaham board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Bracha Shaham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Shaham speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Shaham typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Shaham 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. Shaham. 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:

    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • JIA
    • Childhood arthritis
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
    • Oligoarticular JIA
    • Few-joint juvenile arthritis
    • Childhood oligoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
    • M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
    • M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)

    Also known as:

    • Periodic Fever Syndrome
    • Autoinflammatory Fever Syndromes
    • Recurrent Fever Syndromes
    • Hereditary Fever Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M041: Periodic fever syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    • Myositis
    • Childhood Dermatomyositis
    • JDM
    • Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
    • Overlap Syndrome
    • Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M351: Other overlap syndromes

    What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Shaham typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bracha Shaham may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shaham accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Shaham's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Shaham's office located?

    Dr. Bracha Shaham's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 60

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-5458

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    Dr. Bracha Shaham's Practice 2

    2801 Atlantic Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shaham affiliated with?

    Dr. Shaham has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Children’s Hospital Los Angeles,Los Angeles, CA

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    MemorialCare Physician Society

    Member

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Shaham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184710097.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaham?

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

    What is Dr. Bracha Shaham's specialty?

    Dr. Shaham is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.

    Is Dr. Bracha Shaham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Shaham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. 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 Dr. Bracha Shaham accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bracha Shaham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bracha Shaham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaham's office at (323) 361-5458 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bracha Shaham?

    Please contact Dr. Shaham's office at (323) 361-5458 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaham's office located?

    Dr. Shaham's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bracha Shaham have?

    Dr. Bracha Shaham is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.