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Dr. Allen Ameri, MD

Sherman Oaks, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ameri, Infectious Disease Specialist in Sherman Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Allen Ameri, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Sherman Oaks, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ameri graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Creighton University Program. Dr. Ameri is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ameri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ameri’s office.

    Where did Dr. Ameri go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Creighton University Program

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ameri speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ameri typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ameri 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. Ameri. 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
    • E. Coli Sepsis
    • Gram-Negative Sepsis
    • E. Coli Infection
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • E. coli Blood Infection
    • E. coli Septicemia
    • Bacterial Blood Poisoning
    • Gram-Negative Blood Infection
    • Gram-Negative Septicemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
    • A4159: Other Gram-negative sepsis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ameri typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Allen Ameri may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ameri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ameri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ameri accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Ameri in Sherman Oaks, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ameri's office located?

    Dr. Allen Ameri's Primary Practice

    4849 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 202

    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

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    Dr. Allen Ameri's Practice 2

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

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    Dr. Allen Ameri's Practice 3

    18321 Clark St

    Tarzana, CA 91356

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

    Dr. Ameri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922362425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ameri?

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

    What is Dr. Allen Ameri's specialty?

    Dr. Ameri is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Sherman Oaks, CA.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Allen Ameri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ameri is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Allen Ameri accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Allen Ameri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allen Ameri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ameri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allen Ameri?

    Please contact Dr. Ameri's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ameri's office located?

    Dr. Ameri's offices are located in Sherman Oaks, CA, Burbank, CA, and Tarzana, CA.