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Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan, MD

Pediatrician

Canoga Park, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akhavan, Pediatrician in Canoga Park, CA?

    Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Canoga Park, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akhavan completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Akhavan is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhavan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhavan’s office at (818) 312-9101.

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

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | Teheran University

    What languages does Dr. Akhavan speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akhavan typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akhavan 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. Akhavan. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akhavan typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Akhavan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akhavan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 312-9101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akhavan accept in Canoga Park, CA?

    Dr. Akhavan in Canoga Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?

    Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan's Primary Practice

    22030 Sherman Way Ste 101

    Canoga Park, CA 91303

    (818) 312-9101

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    Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan's Practice 2

    23101 Sherman Pl Ste 410

    West Hills, CA 91307

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akhavan affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Akhavan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles,West Hills, CA
    Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center,Northridge, CA

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

    Dr. Akhavan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073661807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhavan?

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

    What is Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan's specialty?

    Dr. Akhavan is a Pediatrician near Canoga Park, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akhavan is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan accepting new patients in Canoga Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office at (818) 312-9101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jamsheed Akhavan?

    Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office at (818) 312-9101 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?

    Dr. Akhavan's offices are located in Canoga Park, CA and West Hills, CA.