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Dr. Farbod Ghods, MD

Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Leandro, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghods, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Leandro, CA?

    Dr. Farbod Ghods, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Leandro, CA. Dr. Ghods graduated from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program. Dr. Ghods is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghods’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghods’s office at (510) 454-1000.

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

    • Residency: Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Ghods speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ghods typically treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ghods 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. Ghods. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ghods typically perform?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Farbod Ghods may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ghods accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ghods accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 454-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ghods accept in San Leandro, CA?

    Dr. Ghods in San Leandro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ghods' office located?

    Dr. Farbod Ghods' Primary Practice

    2500 Merced St

    San Leandro, CA 94577

    (510) 454-1000

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

    Dr. Ghods's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588970933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghods?

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

    What is Dr. Farbod Ghods's specialty?

    Dr. Ghods is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Leandro, CA.

    What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

    Is Dr. Farbod Ghods affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghods is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca 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 Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Farbod Ghods accepting new patients in San Leandro, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Farbod Ghods is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farbod Ghods offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ghods' office at (510) 454-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Farbod Ghods?

    Please contact Dr. Ghods' office at (510) 454-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ghods' office located?

    Dr. Ghods' office is located in San Leandro, CA.