23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafipour, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Pouya Shafipour, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shafipour completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente/UCLA. He is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians, The Obesity Society, California Medical Society, LA County Medical Society, American Academy of Family Physicians, and AntiAging Medical Society. Dr. Shafipour is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafipour’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafipour’s office at (310) 400-5565.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shafipour?
Dr. Pouya Shafipour, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shafipour empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nutrition & Disease Prevention/Control, Obesity, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica/CA community, Dr. Shafipour is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shafipour go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente/UCLA
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Shafipour board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pouya Shafipour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shafipour speak?
Dr. Shafipour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shafipour treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shafipour 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. Shafipour. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
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:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D513: Other dietary vitamin B12 deficiency anemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shafipour perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pouya Shafipour 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. Shafipour's office.
Does Dr. Shafipour accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafipour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 400-5565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafipour accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Shafipour in Santa Monica, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shafipour's office located?
Dr. Pouya Shafipour also offers virtual visits
Dr. Pouya Shafipour's Primary Practice
1831 Wilshire Blvd Ste B
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 400-5565
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Pouya Shafipour?
Dr. Shafipour has appointments available at his Santa Monica, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
90% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Pouya Shafipour an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shafipour has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shafipour, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Society of Bariatric Physicians
Associate Member
2005
The Obesity Society
Associate Member
2008
California Medical Society
Associate Member
2011
LA County Medical Society
Associate Member
2011
American Academy of Family Physicians
Associate Member
2005
AntiAging Medical Society
Associate Member
2011
Publications
What Do I Do with My Morbidly Obese Patient?
The Permanente Journal, October 2009
What is Dr. Shafipour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafipour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952426454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafipour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafipour
What is Dr. Pouya Shafipour's specialty?
Dr. Shafipour is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. Shafipour to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pouya Shafipour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafipour is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pouya Shafipour accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pouya Shafipour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pouya Shafipour offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shafipour, or call (310) 400-5565 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Pouya Shafipour?
Yes, Dr. Shafipour offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shafipour, or call (310) 400-5565 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pouya Shafipour have?
Dr. Pouya Shafipour is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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