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Dr. Nikta Forghani, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forghani, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Nikta Forghani, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Forghani graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics. Dr. Forghani is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forghani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forghani’s office at (714) 532-8634.

    Where did Dr. Forghani go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Forghani speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Forghani typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Forghani 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. Forghani. 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:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism

    Also known as:

    • Turner Syndrome
    • Monosomy X
    • 45,X Karyotype
    • Ullrich-Turner Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q969: Turner's syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Osteogenesis Imperfecta
    • Dentinogenesis imperfecta
    • Brittle bone disease
    • OI
    • Fragile bones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q780: Osteogenesis imperfecta

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Forghani typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikta Forghani may include:

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

    Does Dr. Forghani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forghani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 532-8634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forghani accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Forghani in Orange, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forghani's office located?

    Dr. Nikta Forghani's Primary Practice

    455 S Main St

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 532-8634

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    Dr. Nikta Forghani's Practice 2

    1201 W La Veta Ave

    Orange, CA 92868

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    What hospitals are Dr. Forghani affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Forghani has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange,Orange, CA
    Anaheim Global Medical Center,Anaheim, CA
    Choc At Mission Hospital,Orange, CA

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

    Dr. Forghani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902011026.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forghani?

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

    What is Dr. Nikta Forghani's specialty?

    Dr. Forghani is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Orange, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Nikta Forghani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forghani is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nikta Forghani accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nikta Forghani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikta Forghani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forghani's office at (714) 532-8634 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nikta Forghani?

    Please contact Dr. Forghani's office at (714) 532-8634 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forghani's office located?

    Dr. Forghani's office is located in Orange, CA.