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Dr. Saman Fakheri, MD

Northridge, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fakheri, Internist in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Saman Fakheri, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fakheri is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fakheri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fakheri’s office at (818) 923-5453.

    Is Dr. Fakheri board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Saman Fakheri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fakheri speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Fakheri treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Fakheri 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. Fakheri. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Past Heart Attack
    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Previous Heart Attack
    • Old Myocardial Infarction
    • Prior Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I252: Old myocardial infarction
    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Angioplasty History
    • Angioplasty
    • Heart Angioplasty
    • Coronary Artery Angioplasty
    • Had Heart Stent

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status

    Also known as:

    • Other Thyroid Disorder
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Specified Thyroid Condition
    • Uncommon Thyroid Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0789: Other specified disorders of thyroid

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Fakheri perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saman Fakheri may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fakheri's office.

    Does Dr. Fakheri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fakheri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 923-5453 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fakheri accept in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Fakheri in Northridge, 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Fakheri's office located?

    Dr. Saman Fakheri's Primary Practice

    17075 Devonshire St Ste 201

    Northridge, CA 91325

    (818) 923-5453

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

    Dr. Fakheri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790017218.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fakheri?

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

    What is Dr. Saman Fakheri's specialty?

    Dr. Fakheri is a Internist near Northridge, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Fakheri to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saman Fakheri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fakheri is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Saman Fakheri accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saman Fakheri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saman Fakheri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fakheri's office at (818) 923-5453 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saman Fakheri?

    Please contact Dr. Fakheri's office at (818) 923-5453 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saman Fakheri have?

    Dr. Saman Fakheri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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