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Dr. Pedram Taher, MD

Rheumatologist, Internist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taher, Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Pedram Taher, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Taher is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taher’s office at (925) 933-1210.

    Is Dr. Taher board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Pedram Taher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Taher speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Taher typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Taher 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. Taher. 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Taher typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Pedram Taher may include:

    Please contact Dr. Taher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Taher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 933-1210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taher accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Taher in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taher's office located?

    Dr. Pedram Taher's Primary Practice

    1210 Rossmoor Pkwy

    Walnut Creek, CA 94595

    (925) 933-1210

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

    Dr. Taher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669625125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taher?

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

    What is Dr. Pedram Taher's specialty?

    Dr. Taher is a Rheumatologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Pedram Taher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taher is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Pedram Taher accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Pedram Taher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pedram Taher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taher's office at (925) 933-1210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pedram Taher?

    Please contact Dr. Taher's office at (925) 933-1210 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taher's office located?

    Dr. Taher's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pedram Taher have?

    Dr. Pedram Taher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.