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Dr. Melita Petrossian, MD

Dr. Melita Petrossian, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petrossian, Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Melita Petrossian, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Petrossian completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Petrossian is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petrossian’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petrossian’s office at (310) 582-7433.

    Where did Dr. Petrossian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Movement Disorders, Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

    Is Dr. Petrossian board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Melita Petrossian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2010

    What languages does Dr. Petrossian speak?

    Dr. Petrossian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Armenian

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Petrossian treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Petrossian 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. Petrossian. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinsonism
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Fluctuating Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Drug-Induced Dyskinesia
    • Dystonia
    • Drug Reactions
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck
    • Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
    • Tardive Dyskinesia
    • Drug Side Effect Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis
    • G2401: Drug induced subacute dyskinesia
    • G242: Idiopathic nonfamilial dystonia

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Restless Legs Syndrome
    • Restless Legs
    • Restless legs syndrome
    • RLS
    • Willis-Ekbom Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G2581: Restless legs syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    Also known as:

    • Dry Mouth
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Xerostomia
    • Lack of Saliva
    • Saliva Production Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion

    Also known as:

    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Does Dr. Petrossian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petrossian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 582-7433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petrossian accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Petrossian 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Petrossian's office located?

    Dr. Melita Petrossian's Primary Practice

    11645 Wilshire Blvd Ste 600

    Los Angeles, CA 90025

    (310) 582-7433

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    Dr. Melita Petrossian's Practice 2

    2125 Arizona Ave

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 582-7450

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    Dr. Melita Petrossian's Practice 3

    1301 20th St Ste 150

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 582-7433

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    What is Dr. Petrossian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Petrossian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790812162.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petrossian?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petrossian

    What is Dr. Melita Petrossian's specialty?

    Dr. Petrossian is a Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

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    Is this Dr. Melita Petrossian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petrossian is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital 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

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    Explore Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Melita Petrossian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melita Petrossian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melita Petrossian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petrossian's office at (310) 582-7433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melita Petrossian?

    Please contact Dr. Petrossian's office at (310) 582-7433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melita Petrossian have?

    Dr. Melita Petrossian is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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