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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melikian, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Raymond Melikian is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melikian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melikian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melikian’s office at (562) 698-0611.
What languages does Dr. Melikian speak?
Dr. Melikian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Melikian typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Melikian 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. Melikian. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Long-term Fluid in Lungs
- Persistent Lung Congestion
- Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- J811: Chronic pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Melikian typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Melikian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Melikian. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Melikian accept my insurance?
Dr. Melikian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-0611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melikian accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Melikian in Whittier, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melikian's office located?
Dr. Raymond Melikian's Primary Practice
12401 Washington Blvd
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 698-0611
What is Dr. Melikian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melikian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538553052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melikian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melikian
What is Dr. Raymond Melikian's specialty?
Dr. Melikian is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Whittier, CA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Raymond Melikian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melikian is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Arrowhead Regional 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
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Is Raymond Melikian accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Raymond Melikian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raymond Melikian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melikian's office at (562) 698-0611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raymond Melikian?
Please contact Dr. Melikian's office at (562) 698-0611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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