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Dr. Sooren Karayan, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Glendale, CA

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karayan, Orthopedic Surgeon in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Sooren Karayan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Karayan graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Charles Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Karayan is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karayan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karayan’s office at (818) 507-0686.

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

    • Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Charles Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Karayan board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Sooren Karayan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Karayan speak?

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

    • Armenian
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Karayan typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Karayan 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. Karayan. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Joint Problems
    • Left Knee Joint Problems
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Internal derangement of right knee
    • Right knee joint dysfunction
    • Right knee mechanical issues
    • Internal derangement of left knee
    • Left knee joint dysfunction
    • Left knee mechanical issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M238X1: Other internal derangements of right knee
    • M238X2: Other internal derangements of left knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Karayan typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Karayan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Karayan. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Karayan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karayan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 507-0686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karayan accept in Glendale, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karayan's office located?

    Dr. Sooren Karayan's Primary Practice

    1510 S Central Ave Ste 500

    Glendale, CA 91204

    (818) 507-0686

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

    Dr. Karayan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841377561.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karayan?

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

    What is Dr. Sooren Karayan's specialty?

    Dr. Karayan is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Glendale, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Sooren Karayan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karayan is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Adventist Health Glendale, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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

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    Is Dr. Sooren Karayan accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sooren Karayan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sooren Karayan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karayan's office at (818) 507-0686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sooren Karayan?

    Please contact Dr. Karayan's office at (818) 507-0686 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karayan's office located?

    Dr. Karayan's office is located in Glendale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sooren Karayan have?

    Dr. Sooren Karayan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.