33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ardehali, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Abbas Ardehali, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ardehali graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Ardehali is fluent in English, Farsi/Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ardehali’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ardehali’s office at (310) 825-5841.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ardehali?
Dr. Abbas Ardehali, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ardehali empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Aortic, Coronary Artery Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery-Mitral, Thoracic Cancers, Transplant-Heart, Transplant-Lung, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Ardehali is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ardehali go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiology, UC San Francisco School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles | University of California, Los Angeles | University of California, San Francisco
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ardehali board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Abbas Ardehali, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Thoracic Surgery , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1989, American Board of Thoracic Surgery since 1998, American Board of Thoracic Surgery since 2007
What languages does Dr. Ardehali speak?
Dr. Ardehali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Farsi/Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ardehali treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ardehali 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. Ardehali. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
What procedures does Dr. Ardehali perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ardehali 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. Ardehali. 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:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Pericardiectomy with Heart-Lung Machine
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Artery Bypass Graft
- Open Heart Surgery
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- Pericardium Removal Surgery
- Heart Sac Removal
- Open Heart Pericardiectomy
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33534: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); 2 coronary arterial grafts
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33031: Pericardiectomy, subtotal or complete; with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Endoscopic Arm Artery Harvest for Bypass
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Open Heart Bypass
- Endoscopic Artery Harvest
- Upper Extremity Artery Procurement
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Artery Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33509: Harvest of upper extremity artery, 1 segment, for coronary artery bypass procedure, endoscopic
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Daily Management of ECMO Life Support
- Starting ECMO Life Support (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
- ECMO Management
- Veno-Venous ECMO Care
- Artificial Lung Support
- ECMO initiation
- Veno-arterial ECLS
- Heart-lung bypass setup
- Extracorporeal life support
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
- 33948: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-venous
- 33947: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; initiation, veno-arterial
Also known as:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Also known as:
- Removal of Pacemaker Lead (Single)
- Pacemaker Electrode Extraction
- Transvenous Lead Removal
- Heart Lead Removal
- Pacemaker Wire Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33234: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); single lead system, atrial or ventricular
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Triple Bypass Surgery (Additional Grafts)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Coronary Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33519: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 3 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Heart Atrial Fibrillation Surgery (Modified Maze Procedure)
- Modified Maze Procedure
- Atrial Ablation and Reconstruction
- Heart Rhythm Surgery
- Cardiac Arrhythmia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33257: Operative tissue ablation and reconstruction of atria, performed at the time of other cardiac procedure(s), limited (eg, modified maze procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- ECMO Cannula Removal
- ECMO removal
- ECLS cannula removal
- Extracorporeal life support removal
CPT Codes:
- 33984: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; removal of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), open, 6 years and older
Also known as:
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Removal
- LVAD Explantation
- Heart Pump Removal
- Ventricular Assist Device Cannula Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33992: Removal of percutaneous left heart ventricular assist device, arterial or arterial and venous cannula(s), at separate and distinct session from insertion
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Repair with Ring
- Tricuspid valvuloplasty with ring
- Tricuspid valve annuloplasty
- Heart valve repair surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33464: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; with ring insertion
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Access for Heart or Vessel Procedure
- Axillary Artery Exposure
- Subclavian Artery Access
- Artery Conduit Creation
- Vascular Access for Endovascular Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 34716: Open axillary/subclavian artery exposure with creation of conduit for delivery of endovascular prosthesis or for establishment of cardiopulmonary bypass, by infraclavicular or supraclavicular incision, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Replacement with Heart-Lung Machine
- Open Mitral Valve Replacement
- Mitral Valve Surgery with Bypass
- Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33430: Replacement, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
Also known as:
- Chest Exploration for Post-Surgery Bleeding or Infection
- Postoperative Chest Exploration
- Chest Hemorrhage Exploration
- Thoracic Infection Check
CPT Codes:
- 35820: Exploration for postoperative hemorrhage, thrombosis or infection; chest
Also known as:
- ECMO Cannula Insertion (Peripheral)
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
- ECLS Cannula Placement
- Life Support Cannula
CPT Codes:
- 33952: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; insertion of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), percutaneous, 6 years and older (includes fluoroscopic guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Ascending Aorta Graft for Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery
- Ascending Aorta Replacement
- Heart Bypass for Aorta
- Aortic Valve Suspension
CPT Codes:
- 33859: Ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, includes valve suspension, when performed; for aortic disease other than dissection (eg, aneurysm)
Also known as:
- Double Lung Transplant
- Single Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Bilateral lung transplant
- Sequential lung transplant
- En bloc lung transplant
- Lung transplantation
- One lung transplant
- Lung replacement surgery
- Transplant without heart-lung machine
CPT Codes:
- 32854: Lung transplant, double (bilateral sequential or en bloc); with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 32851: Lung transplant, single; without cardiopulmonary bypass
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ardehali accept my insurance?
Dr. Ardehali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-5841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ardehali accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ardehali 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ardehali's office located?
Dr. Abbas Ardehali's Primary Practice
100 Medical Plz Suite 630
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 825-5841
Recognitions
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Los Angeles Super Doctors
What is Dr. Ardehali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ardehali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649205576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ardehali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ardehali
What is Dr. Abbas Ardehali's specialty?
Dr. Ardehali is a Thoracic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Ardehali to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abbas Ardehali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ardehali is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Abbas Ardehali accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Abbas Ardehali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abbas Ardehali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ardehali's office at (310) 825-5841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abbas Ardehali?
Please contact Dr. Ardehali's office at (310) 825-5841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abbas Ardehali have?
Dr. Abbas Ardehali is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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