HP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pirastehfar, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Pirastehfar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pirastehfar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pirastehfar’s office at (310) 453-1324.
Where did Dr. Pirastehfar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pahlavi University
What languages does Dr. Pirastehfar speak?
Dr. Pirastehfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Pirastehfar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pirastehfar 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. Pirastehfar. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Pirastehfar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar may include:
Please contact Dr. Pirastehfar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pirastehfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Pirastehfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 453-1324 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pirastehfar accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Pirastehfar in Santa Monica, 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
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pirastehfar's office located?
Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar's Primary Practice
2121 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-1324
What is Dr. Pirastehfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pirastehfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730330523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pirastehfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pirastehfar
What is Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar's specialty?
Dr. Pirastehfar is a Hospitalist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pirastehfar is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente West 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hossein Pirastehfar accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossein Pirastehfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pirastehfar's office at (310) 453-1324 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossein Pirastehfar?
Please contact Dr. Pirastehfar's office at (310) 453-1324 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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