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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jafari, Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Lua Jafari, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jafari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jafari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jafari’s office at (310) 825-9011.
What languages does Dr. Jafari speak?
Dr. Jafari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Jafari typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Jafari 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. Jafari. 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:
- 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Jafari typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lua Jafari may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Jafari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jafari accept my insurance?
Dr. Jafari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jafari accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Jafari in Santa Monica, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jafari's office located?
Dr. Lua Jafari's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 825-9011
What is Dr. Jafari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jafari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972966182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jafari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jafari
What is Dr. Lua Jafari's specialty?
Dr. Jafari is a Cardiologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Lua Jafari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jafari is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Los Robles Regional 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lua Jafari accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lua Jafari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lua Jafari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jafari's office at (310) 825-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lua Jafari?
Please contact Dr. Jafari's office at (310) 825-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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