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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhuva, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Rajiv Bhuva, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhuva completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Bhuva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhuva’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhuva’s office at (323) 726-2255.
Where did Dr. Bhuva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: St George',s University
Is Dr. Bhuva board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rajiv Bhuva, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhuva speak?
Dr. Bhuva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bhuva treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bhuva 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. Bhuva. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
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
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Bhuva perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bhuva 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. Bhuva. 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Wound Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Bhuva accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhuva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 726-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhuva accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Bhuva in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Centene
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Bhuva's office located?
Dr. Rajiv Bhuva's Primary Practice
17835 Ventura Blvd Ste 303
Encino, CA 91316
(323) 726-2255
What is Dr. Bhuva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhuva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821148941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhuva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhuva
What is Dr. Rajiv Bhuva's specialty?
Dr. Bhuva is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Encino, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Bhuva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajiv Bhuva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhuva is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Memorial Hospital of Gardena, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Rajiv Bhuva accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajiv Bhuva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajiv Bhuva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhuva's office at (323) 726-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajiv Bhuva?
Please contact Dr. Bhuva's office at (323) 726-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajiv Bhuva have?
Dr. Rajiv Bhuva is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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