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Dr. Houman Khakpour, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khakpour, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Houman Khakpour, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Khakpour graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Khakpour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khakpour’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khakpour’s office at (310) 319-4698.
Where did Dr. Khakpour go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Khakpour board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Houman Khakpour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khakpour speak?
Dr. Khakpour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Khakpour typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Khakpour 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. Khakpour. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Khakpour typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Khakpour 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. Khakpour. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Does Dr. Khakpour accept my insurance?
Dr. Khakpour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-4698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khakpour accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Khakpour 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Khakpour's office located?
Dr. Houman Khakpour's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 319-4698
What is Dr. Khakpour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khakpour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831341155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khakpour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khakpour
What is Dr. Houman Khakpour's specialty?
Dr. Khakpour is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Houman Khakpour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khakpour is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 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
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Is Houman Khakpour accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Houman Khakpour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Houman Khakpour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khakpour's office at (310) 319-4698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Houman Khakpour?
Please contact Dr. Khakpour's office at (310) 319-4698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Houman Khakpour have?
Dr. Houman Khakpour is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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