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Dr. Shavash Safvati, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

North Hollywood, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Safvati, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in North Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Shavash Safvati, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in North Hollywood, CA. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Safvati graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Safvati is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safvati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safvati’s office at (818) 760-2434.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Safvati speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Safvati typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Safvati 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. Safvati. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Safvati typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Shavash Safvati may include:

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

    Does Dr. Safvati accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safvati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 760-2434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safvati accept in North Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Safvati in North Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Safvati's office located?

    Dr. Shavash Safvati's Primary Practice

    12626 Riverside Dr Ste 303

    North Hollywood, CA 91607

    (818) 760-2434

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

    Dr. Safvati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083704076.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safvati?

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

    What is Dr. Shavash Safvati's specialty?

    Dr. Safvati is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near North Hollywood, CA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Shavash Safvati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Safvati is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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. Shavash Safvati accepting new patients in North Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shavash Safvati is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shavash Safvati offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safvati's office at (818) 760-2434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shavash Safvati?

    Please contact Dr. Safvati's office at (818) 760-2434 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Safvati's office located?

    Dr. Safvati's office is located in North Hollywood, CA.