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. 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 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 as a 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 a Neurologist like Dr. Petrossian typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- 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
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Petrossian typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Petrossian 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
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
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Providence (RI)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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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
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.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Melita Petrossian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petrossian is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, 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 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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