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Dr. Afshan Baraghoush, MD

Dr. Afshan Baraghoush, MD

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baraghoush, Hospitalist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Afshan Baraghoush, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Baraghoush graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Baraghoush is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baraghoush’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baraghoush’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein

    Is Dr. Baraghoush board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Afshan Baraghoush, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Baraghoush speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Baraghoush treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Baraghoush 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. Baraghoush. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Baraghoush perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Afshan Baraghoush may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baraghoush's office.

    Does Dr. Baraghoush accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baraghoush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baraghoush accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Baraghoush in Orange, 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

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baraghoush's office located?

    Dr. Afshan Baraghoush's Primary Practice

    101 The City Dr S

    Orange, CA 92868

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Afshan Baraghoush's Practice 2

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

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

    Dr. Baraghoush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326373937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baraghoush?

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

    What is Dr. Afshan Baraghoush's specialty?

    Dr. Baraghoush is a Hospitalist near Orange, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Baraghoush to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Afshan Baraghoush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baraghoush is affiliated with Uci Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Afshan Baraghoush accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Afshan Baraghoush is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Afshan Baraghoush offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baraghoush's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Afshan Baraghoush?

    Please contact Dr. Baraghoush's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Afshan Baraghoush have?

    Dr. Afshan Baraghoush is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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