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Dr. Afshin Akhavan, DO
Family Medicine Specialist
,Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Internist
Los Angeles, CA
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhavan, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Afshin Akhavan, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Akhavan graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Family Medicine. Dr. Akhavan is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhavan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhavan’s office at (213) 747-2626.
Where did Dr. Akhavan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Family Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Akhavan board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Akhavan, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhavan speak?
Dr. Akhavan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Akhavan treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Check-up
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Device Follow-up
- Birth Control Surveillance
- Family Planning Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3049: Encounter for surveillance of other contraceptives
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Akhavan perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Afshin Akhavan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akhavan's office.
Does Dr. Akhavan accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhavan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 747-2626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhavan accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Akhavan 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GlobalHealth
HealthSmart
Heritage Health
Preferred IPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?
Dr. Afshin Akhavan's Primary Practice
530 E Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 747-2626
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Afshin Akhavan?
Dr. Akhavan has appointments available at his Los Angeles, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Akhavan's NPI number?An 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 1003952797.
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. Afshin Akhavan's specialty?
Dr. Akhavan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Akhavan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afshin Akhavan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhavan is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles General 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Afshin Akhavan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Akhavan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afshin Akhavan offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Akhavan, or call (213) 747-2626 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Afshin Akhavan?
Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office at (213) 747-2626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afshin Akhavan have?
Dr. Afshin Akhavan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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