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Who is Dr. Shafa, Internist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Parvin Shafa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Shafa graduated from Universit‰tsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universit‰t Mainz and completed her residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shafa is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafa’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafa’s office at (949) 551-1113.
Where did Dr. Shafa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Johann-Wolfgang-Goethe-Univ, Med Fak, Frankfurt, Ger | Universit‰tsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universit‰t Mainz
What languages does Dr. Shafa speak?
Dr. Shafa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Shafa treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shafa 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. Shafa. 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:
- Acne
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne breakouts
- Pimples
- Zits
- Common acne
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L708: Other acne
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Severe Itching
- Itching
- Chronic pruritus
- Generalized itching
- Persistent itch
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L298: Other pruritus
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Skin Nodule
- Localized Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Skin Pigmentation Issues
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Skin color changes
- Pigment abnormalities
- Discolored skin conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- L818: Other specified disorders of pigmentation
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flexural Eczema
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Eczema in skin folds
- Inverse eczema
- Atopic dermatitis in creases
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2082: Flexural eczema
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
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:
- Other Types of Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriasis
- Uncommon psoriasis
- Variant psoriasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L408: Other psoriasis
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shafa perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Parvin Shafa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shafa's office.
Does Dr. Shafa accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 551-1113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafa accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Shafa in Irvine, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shafa's office located?
Dr. Parvin Shafa's Primary Practice
113 Waterworks Way Ste 100
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 551-1113
What is Dr. Shafa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447383559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafa
What is Dr. Parvin Shafa's specialty?
Dr. Shafa is a Internist near Irvine, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Shafa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Parvin Shafa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shafa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Parvin Shafa accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Parvin Shafa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Parvin Shafa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafa's office at (949) 551-1113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Parvin Shafa?
Please contact Dr. Shafa's office at (949) 551-1113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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