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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avakian, Family Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Saro Avakian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Avakian is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avakian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avakian’s office at (818) 240-8767.
Is Dr. Avakian board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Saro Avakian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avakian speak?
Dr. Avakian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avakian typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avakian 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. Avakian. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avakian typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avakian 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. Avakian. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Avakian accept my insurance?
Dr. Avakian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 240-8767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avakian accept in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Avakian in Glendale, 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
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Avakian's office located?
Dr. Saro Avakian's Primary Practice
1030 S Glendale Ave
Glendale, CA 91205
(818) 240-8767
What is Dr. Avakian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avakian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073651550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avakian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avakian
What is Dr. Saro Avakian's specialty?
Dr. Avakian is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glendale, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Saro Avakian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avakian is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Adventist Health Glendale 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 Saro Avakian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Saro Avakian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saro Avakian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avakian's office at (818) 240-8767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saro Avakian?
Please contact Dr. Avakian's office at (818) 240-8767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saro Avakian have?
Dr. Saro Avakian is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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