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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Babaali, Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Hossein Babaali, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Babaali completed his residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center. Dr. Babaali is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babaali’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babaali’s office at (310) 449-4595.
Where did Dr. Babaali go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Babaali speak?
Dr. Babaali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Babaali typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Babaali 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. Babaali. 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Babaali typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Babaali 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. Babaali. 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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Babaali accept my insurance?
Dr. Babaali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 449-4595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Babaali accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Babaali in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Babaali's office located?
Dr. Hossein Babaali's Primary Practice
2428 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 402
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-4595
What is Dr. Babaali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Babaali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699790584.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babaali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babaali
What is Dr. Hossein Babaali's specialty?
Dr. Babaali is a Pulmonologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Hossein Babaali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Babaali is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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
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Is Hossein Babaali accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hossein Babaali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossein Babaali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Babaali's office at (310) 449-4595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossein Babaali?
Please contact Dr. Babaali's office at (310) 449-4595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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