22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paya, Surgeon in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Mahbod Paya, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Paya completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery. Dr. Paya is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paya’s office at (818) 888-7090.
Where did Dr. Paya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny
Is Dr. Paya board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mahbod Paya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Paya speak?
Dr. Paya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Paya typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Paya 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. Paya. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Paya typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Paya 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. Paya. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Intestinal Adhesions
- Laparoscopic Enterolysis
- Bowel Adhesion Release
- Minimally Invasive Adhesion Removal
- Abdominal Adhesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44180: Laparoscopy, surgical, enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
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
Does Dr. Paya accept my insurance?
Dr. Paya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 888-7090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paya accept in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Paya in West Hills, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Paya's office located?
Dr. Mahbod Paya's Primary Practice
7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 170
West Hills, CA 91307
(818) 888-7090
What is Dr. Paya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316098841.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paya
What is Dr. Mahbod Paya's specialty?
Dr. Paya is a Surgeon near West Hills, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Mahbod Paya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paya is affiliated with Ucla West Valley Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health 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
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Is Mahbod Paya accepting new patients in West Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mahbod Paya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahbod Paya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paya's office at (818) 888-7090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahbod Paya?
Please contact Dr. Paya's office at (818) 888-7090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahbod Paya have?
Dr. Mahbod Paya is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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