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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghadishah, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Elham Ghadishah, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ghadishah is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghadishah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghadishah’s office at (310) 374-8191.
What languages does Dr. Ghadishah speak?
Dr. Ghadishah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ghadishah typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ghadishah 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. Ghadishah. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ghadishah typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elham Ghadishah may include:
Please contact Dr. Ghadishah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghadishah accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghadishah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 374-8191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghadishah accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ghadishah in Torrance, 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
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ghadishah's office located?
Dr. Elham Ghadishah's Primary Practice
4101 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 374-8191
What is Dr. Ghadishah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghadishah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174546071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghadishah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghadishah
What is Dr. Elham Ghadishah's specialty?
Dr. Ghadishah is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Elham Ghadishah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghadishah is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elham Ghadishah accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elham Ghadishah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elham Ghadishah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghadishah's office at (310) 374-8191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elham Ghadishah?
Please contact Dr. Ghadishah's office at (310) 374-8191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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