19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamekh, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pejman Shamekh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Shamekh graduated from St George',s University. Dr. Shamekh is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamekh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamekh’s office at (310) 788-0074.
Where did Dr. Shamekh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shamekh speak?
Dr. Shamekh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shamekh typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shamekh 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. Shamekh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shamekh typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Shamekh 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. Shamekh. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Shamekh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamekh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 788-0074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamekh accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shamekh 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 Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of California
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Where is Dr. Shamekh's office located?
Dr. Pejman Shamekh's Primary Practice
2080 Century Park E Ste 1207
Los Angeles, CA 90067
(310) 788-0074
What is Dr. Shamekh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamekh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982620134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamekh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamekh
What is Dr. Pejman Shamekh's specialty?
Dr. Shamekh is a Internist near Los Angeles, 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. Pejman Shamekh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamekh is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Pejman Shamekh accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pejman Shamekh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pejman Shamekh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamekh's office at (310) 788-0074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pejman Shamekh?
Please contact Dr. Shamekh's office at (310) 788-0074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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