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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zarifa, Diagnostic Radiologist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Rafik Zarifa, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zarifa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zarifa’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. Zarifa’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Zarifa speak?
Dr. Zarifa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Zarifa treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Zarifa 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. Zarifa. 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:
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Left Breast (Multiple Areas)
- Breast Lump in Right Breast Overlapping Quadrants
- Lump in Upper Inner Left Breast
- Lump in Upper Inner Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in left breast multiple quadrants
- Left breast lump overlapping areas
- Nodule in left breast widespread
- Lump in right breast multiple areas
- Right breast mass overlapping
- Palpable mass right breast
- Mass in upper inner left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper inner
- Mass in upper inner right breast
- Nodule in right breast upper inner
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6325: Unspecified lump in the left breast, overlapping quadrants
- N6315: Unspecified lump in the right breast, overlapping quadrants
- N6322: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper inner quadrant
- N6312: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper inner quadrant
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:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening 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:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Breast Cyst
- Breast Disease
- Breast lump (cystic)
- Fluid-filled breast sac
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6001: Solitary cyst of right breast
- N6002: Solitary cyst of left breast
Also known as:
- Unclear Mammogram
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Mammograms
- Inconclusive breast screening
- Mammogram needs further testing
- Uncertain mammogram result
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R922: Inconclusive mammogram
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
- Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
- Unevenly Dense Breasts
- Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
Which procedures does Dr. Zarifa perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafik Zarifa 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. Zarifa's office.
Does Dr. Zarifa accept my insurance?
Dr. Zarifa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zarifa accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Zarifa in Lancaster, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zarifa's office located?
Dr. Rafik Zarifa's Primary Practice
44105 15th St W Ste 100
Lancaster, CA 93534
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Zarifa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zarifa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073855607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zarifa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zarifa
What is Dr. Rafik Zarifa's specialty?
Dr. Zarifa is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Lancaster, 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. Zarifa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafik Zarifa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zarifa is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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 Rafik Zarifa accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rafik Zarifa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafik Zarifa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zarifa's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafik Zarifa?
Please contact Dr. Zarifa's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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