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Dr. Krikor Akmakji, MD

Dr. Krikor Akmakji, MD

Los Angeles, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akmakji, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Krikor Akmakji, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akmakji graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Fndn Hosp West La, Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Akmakji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akmakji’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akmakji’s office at (323) 857-2000.

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

    • Residency: Kaiser Fndn Hosp West La, Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Psychiatry | Kaiser Permanente | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Akmakji board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Krikor Akmakji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Akmakji speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Akmakji treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Akmakji 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. Akmakji. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Skin infection
    • Bacterial skin inflammation
    • Acute skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Akmakji perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Krikor Akmakji may include:

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

    Does Dr. Akmakji accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akmakji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Akmakji 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Akmakji's office located?

    Dr. Krikor Akmakji's Primary Practice

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

    (323) 857-2000

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

    Dr. Akmakji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528116456.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akmakji?

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

    What is Dr. Krikor Akmakji's specialty?

    Dr. Akmakji is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Akmakji to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Krikor Akmakji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akmakji is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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

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    Explore Internist 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 Krikor Akmakji accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Krikor Akmakji is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krikor Akmakji offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akmakji's office at (323) 857-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krikor Akmakji?

    Please contact Dr. Akmakji's office at (323) 857-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krikor Akmakji have?

    Dr. Krikor Akmakji is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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