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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kadakia, Hospitalist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Jigar Kadakia, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kadakia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kadakia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kadakia’s office at (818) 325-0200.
What languages does Dr. Kadakia speak?
Dr. Kadakia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kadakia typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kadakia 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. Kadakia. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kadakia typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kadakia performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kadakia. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Kadakia accept my insurance?
Dr. Kadakia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 325-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kadakia accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kadakia in Los Angeles, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of California
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Where is Dr. Kadakia's office located?
Dr. Jigar Kadakia's Primary Practice
1401 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(818) 325-0200
What is Dr. Kadakia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kadakia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144502618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kadakia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kadakia
What is Dr. Jigar Kadakia's specialty?
Dr. Kadakia is a Hospitalist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jigar Kadakia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kadakia is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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
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Is Jigar Kadakia accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jigar Kadakia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jigar Kadakia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kadakia's office at (818) 325-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jigar Kadakia?
Please contact Dr. Kadakia's office at (818) 325-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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