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Dr. Aret Akian, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Los Angeles, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akian, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Aret Akian, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Akian graduated from University of Montpellier U.F.R. of Medicine and completed his residency at Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akian is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akian’s office at (213) 413-8660.

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

    • Residency: Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine | Hospital Of St Raphael | Hospital of St Raphael Program

    • Medical School: University De Montpellier I, Uer De Med, Montpellier, France | University of Poitiers / U.F.R. of Medicine And Pharmacy | University of Montpellier U.F.R. of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Akian speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Akian typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Akian 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. Akian. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Akian typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Aret Akian may include:

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

    Does Dr. Akian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 413-8660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akian accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Akian in Los Angeles, 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

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Molina

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Akian's office located?

    Dr. Aret Akian's Primary Practice

    1711 W Temple St Ste 5662

    Los Angeles, CA 90026

    (213) 413-8660

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    Dr. Aret Akian's Practice 2

    1300 N Vermont Ave Ste 806

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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

    Dr. Akian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285792762.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akian?

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

    What is Dr. Aret Akian's specialty?

    Dr. Akian is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Aret Akian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akian is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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. Aret Akian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Aret Akian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aret Akian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akian's office at (213) 413-8660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aret Akian?

    Please contact Dr. Akian's office at (213) 413-8660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akian's office located?

    Dr. Akian's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.