Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agopian, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vatche Agopian, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Agopian completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Agopian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agopian’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agopian’s office.
Where did Dr. Agopian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Transplantation, UCLA School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles
Is Dr. Agopian board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vatche Agopian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2012
What languages does Dr. Agopian speak?
Dr. Agopian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Agopian treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Agopian 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. Agopian. 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:
- 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-term liver failure
- Liver Disease
- Chronic liver failure
- End-stage liver disease
- Progressive liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma
Also known as:
- Chronic Liver Failure with Coma
- Coma
- Liver Disease
- End-stage liver disease with coma
- Long-term liver failure with coma
- Hepatic encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7211: Chronic hepatic failure with coma
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Portosystemic encephalopathy
- PSE
- Brain fog from liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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
Which procedures does Dr. Agopian perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Vatche Agopian may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Agopian's office.
Does Dr. Agopian accept my insurance?
Dr. Agopian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agopian accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Agopian 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 Shield of California
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Agopian's office located?
Dr. Vatche Agopian's Primary Practice
950 Charles Young Dr Ste 77 120
Los Angeles, CA 90095
What is Dr. Agopian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agopian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720103229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agopian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agopian
What is Dr. Vatche Agopian's specialty?
Dr. Agopian is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Agopian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vatche Agopian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agopian is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical 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 Vatche Agopian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vatche Agopian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vatche Agopian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agopian's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vatche Agopian?
Please contact Dr. Agopian's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vatche Agopian have?
Dr. Vatche Agopian is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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