Dr. Payam Kahen, MD
Wilmington, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kahen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Wilmington, CA?
Dr. Payam Kahen, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Wilmington, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kahen graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica. Dr. Kahen is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kahen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kahen’s office.
Where did Dr. Kahen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kahen speak?
Dr. Kahen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Kahen typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Kahen 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. Kahen. 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:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Kahen typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Payam Kahen may include:
Please contact Dr. Kahen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kahen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kahen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kahen accept in Wilmington, CA?
Dr. Kahen in Wilmington, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kahen's office located?
What is Dr. Kahen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kahen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902967557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kahen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kahen
What is Dr. Payam Kahen's specialty?
Dr. Kahen is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Wilmington, 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 this Dr. Payam Kahen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kahen is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Payam Kahen accepting new patients in Wilmington, CA?
Yes, Dr. Payam Kahen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Payam Kahen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kahen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Payam Kahen?
Please contact Dr. Kahen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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