19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merjanian, Nephrologist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Merjanian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merjanian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merjanian’s office at (562) 461-3000.
What languages does Dr. Merjanian speak?
Dr. Merjanian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Merjanian typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Merjanian 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. Merjanian. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Merjanian typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Raffi Merjanian may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Merjanian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merjanian accept my insurance?
Dr. Merjanian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merjanian accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Merjanian in Bellflower, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merjanian's office located?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian's Primary Practice
9333 Rosecrans Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 461-3000
What is Dr. Merjanian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merjanian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649347477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merjanian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merjanian
What is Dr. Raffi Merjanian's specialty?
Dr. Merjanian is a Nephrologist near Bellflower, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Raffi Merjanian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merjanian is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Los Angeles General 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Raffi Merjanian accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Raffi Merjanian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raffi Merjanian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merjanian's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raffi Merjanian?
Please contact Dr. Merjanian's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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