15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahamed, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Farah Ahamed, DO is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahamed graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Ahamed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahamed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahamed’s office at (310) 618-9200.
Where did Dr. Ahamed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Ahamed board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Farah Ahamed, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahamed speak?
Dr. Ahamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahamed typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahamed 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. Ahamed. 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahamed typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Farah Ahamed may include:
Please contact Dr. Ahamed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahamed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 618-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahamed accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ahamed 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahamed's office located?
What is Dr. Ahamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164503330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahamed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahamed
What is Dr. Farah Ahamed's specialty?
Dr. Ahamed is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Farah Ahamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahamed is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Farah Ahamed accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Farah Ahamed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farah Ahamed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahamed's office at (310) 618-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farah Ahamed?
Please contact Dr. Ahamed's office at (310) 618-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farah Ahamed have?
Dr. Farah Ahamed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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