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Who is Dr. Fofana, Diagnostic Radiologist in Montebello, CA?
Dr. Cheickna Fofana, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Montebello, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fofana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fofana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fofana’s office at (310) 301-6800.
What languages does Dr. Fofana speak?
Dr. Fofana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fofana treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Fofana 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. Fofana. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vaginal Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- First Trimester Bleeding
- Early Pregnancy Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- O209: Hemorrhage in early pregnancy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fofana perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cheickna Fofana may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fofana's office.
Does Dr. Fofana accept my insurance?
Dr. Fofana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 301-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fofana accept in Montebello, CA?
Dr. Fofana in Montebello, 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)
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fofana's office located?
Dr. Cheickna Fofana's Primary Practice
309 W Beverly Blvd
Montebello, CA 90640
(310) 301-6800
What is Dr. Fofana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fofana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245729342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fofana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fofana
What is Dr. Cheickna Fofana's specialty?
Dr. Fofana is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Montebello, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Fofana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cheickna Fofana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fofana is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center East - Montgomery 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 Cheickna Fofana accepting new patients in Montebello, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cheickna Fofana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cheickna Fofana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fofana's office at (310) 301-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cheickna Fofana?
Please contact Dr. Fofana's office at (310) 301-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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