Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makhlouf, Rheumatologist in Simi Valley, CA?
Dr. Tony Makhlouf, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Makhlouf is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makhlouf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makhlouf’s office at (805) 842-1793.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Makhlouf?
Dr. Tony Makhlouf, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Makhlouf empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Disease, Lupus/SLE, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Simi Valley/CA community, Dr. Makhlouf is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Makhlouf board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Tony Makhlouf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Makhlouf speak?
Dr. Makhlouf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Makhlouf treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Makhlouf 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. Makhlouf. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic connective tissue disease
- Autoimmune connective tissue disease
- Connective tissue disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3589: Other specified systemic involvement of connective tissue
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- CREST syndrome
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Limited scleroderma', 'CREST disease', 'Calcinosis Raynaud's Esophageal Sclerodactyly Telangiectasias
ICD-10 Codes:
- M341: CR(E)ST syndrome
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Left Hand Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Sore Left Hand Joints
- Aching Left Hand Joints
- Left Hand Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25542: Pain in joints of left hand
Which procedures does Dr. Makhlouf perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tony Makhlouf may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Makhlouf's office.
Does Dr. Makhlouf accept my insurance?
Dr. Makhlouf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 842-1793 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makhlouf accept in Simi Valley, CA?
Dr. Makhlouf in Simi Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Makhlouf's office located?
What is Dr. Makhlouf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makhlouf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992932214.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makhlouf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makhlouf
What is Dr. Tony Makhlouf's specialty?
Dr. Makhlouf is a Rheumatologist near Simi Valley, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Makhlouf to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tony Makhlouf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makhlouf is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Tony Makhlouf accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tony Makhlouf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tony Makhlouf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makhlouf's office at (805) 842-1793 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tony Makhlouf?
Please contact Dr. Makhlouf's office at (805) 842-1793 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tony Makhlouf have?
Dr. Tony Makhlouf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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