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Who is Dr. Azimi, Internist in Downey, CA?
Dr. Asma Azimi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Azimi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azimi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azimi’s office at (760) 843-8691.
Is Dr. Azimi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Asma Azimi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azimi speak?
Dr. Azimi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Azimi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Azimi 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. Azimi. 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:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
- Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Right Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
- M5431: Sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Azimi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Asma Azimi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Azimi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Azimi accept my insurance?
Dr. Azimi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 843-8691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azimi accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Azimi in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Azimi's office located?
What is Dr. Azimi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azimi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023252483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azimi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azimi
What is Dr. Asma Azimi's specialty?
Dr. Azimi is a Internist near Downey, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Asma Azimi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azimi is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Asma Azimi accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Asma Azimi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asma Azimi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azimi's office at (760) 843-8691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asma Azimi?
Please contact Dr. Azimi's office at (760) 843-8691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asma Azimi have?
Dr. Asma Azimi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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