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Dr. Atefeh Kalantary, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kalantary, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Atefeh Kalantary, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kalantary is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalantary’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalantary’s office at (310) 267-9643.

    What languages does Dr. Kalantary speak?

    Dr. Kalantary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kalantary typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kalantary 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. Kalantary. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kalantary typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Atefeh Kalantary may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kalantary's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kalantary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kalantary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kalantary accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Kalantary in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kalantary's office located?

    Dr. Atefeh Kalantary's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 267-9643

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    Dr. Atefeh Kalantary's Practice 2

    21241 Ventura Blvd Ste 146

    Woodland Hills, CA 91364

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    Dr. Atefeh Kalantary's Practice 3

    2975N Sycamore Dr

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

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    What is Dr. Kalantary's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kalantary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558854737.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalantary?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalantary

    What is Dr. Atefeh Kalantary's specialty?

    Dr. Kalantary is an Internist near Santa Monica, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Atefeh Kalantary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kalantary is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ucla West Valley Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Atefeh Kalantary accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Atefeh Kalantary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Atefeh Kalantary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kalantary's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Atefeh Kalantary?

    Please contact Dr. Kalantary's office at (310) 267-9643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kalantary's office located?

    Dr. Kalantary's offices are located in Santa Monica, CA, Woodland Hills, CA, and Simi Valley, CA.