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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. Dr. Fakheri is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fakheri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Fakheri typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    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:

    • 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]

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fakheri typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Fakheri 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
    • Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
    • Heart artery shockwave therapy
    • Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
    • Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
    • Coronary artery calcification treatment
    • Coronary lithotripsy
    • Heart artery calcification treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Fakheri is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Holy Cross Health, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, 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 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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