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Dr. Shawn Iftikar, MD

Dr. Shawn Iftikar, MD

Physiatrist

Panorama City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Iftikar, Physiatrist in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Shawn Iftikar, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Panorama City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Iftikar graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Iftikar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iftikar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iftikar’s office at (210) 821-6006.

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

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Iftikar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Iftikar typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Iftikar 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. Iftikar. 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 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Iftikar typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Iftikar 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. Iftikar. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Iftikar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Iftikar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 821-6006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Iftikar accept in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Iftikar in Panorama City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Iftikar's office located?

    Dept Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation North 2

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

    (210) 821-6006

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    Dr. Shawn Iftikar's Practice 2

    26877 Tourney Rd

    Santa Clarita, CA 91355

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    Dr. Shawn Iftikar's Practice 3

    8250 Woodman Ave

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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

    Dr. Iftikar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174729933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iftikar?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Iftikar's specialty?

    Dr. Iftikar is a Physiatrist near Panorama City, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Shawn Iftikar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Iftikar is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Shawn Iftikar accepting new patients in Panorama City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Iftikar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Iftikar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Iftikar's office at (210) 821-6006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Iftikar?

    Please contact Dr. Iftikar's office at (210) 821-6006 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Iftikar's office located?

    Dr. Iftikar's offices are located in Panorama City, CA and Santa Clarita, CA.