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Dr. Denizhan Akan, MD

Dr. Denizhan Akan, MD

Pediatrician

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akan, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Denizhan Akan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Akan graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine, completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles Program, and is currently affiliated with Division Of Hospital Medicine. Dr. Akan is fluent in English and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akan’s office at (323) 361-6177.

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

    • Residency: Children's Hospital of Los Angeles Program

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Akan board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Denizhan Akan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Akan speak?

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

    • English
    • Yiddish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akan typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akan 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. Akan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akan typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Denizhan Akan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Akan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-6177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akan accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Akan in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Akan's office located?

    Division Of Hospital Medicine

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 87

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-6177

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

    Dr. Akan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528294915.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akan?

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

    What is Dr. Denizhan Akan's specialty?

    Dr. Akan is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Denizhan Akan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akan is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Denizhan Akan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Denizhan Akan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Denizhan Akan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akan's office at (323) 361-6177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Denizhan Akan?

    Please contact Dr. Akan's office at (323) 361-6177 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akan's office located?

    Dr. Akan's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Denizhan Akan have?

    Dr. Denizhan Akan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.