Who is Dr. Eghbalieh, Surgeon in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Babak Eghbalieh, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sherman Oaks, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Eghbalieh graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucsf Fresno Medical Education Program.
Dr. Eghbalieh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eghbalieh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eghbalieh’s office at (818) 900-6480.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Eghbalieh?
Dr. Babak Eghbalieh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Eghbalieh empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancers, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Cancer, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hernia, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Sarcoma, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Sherman Oaks/CA community, Dr. Eghbalieh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Eghbalieh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf Fresno Medical Education Program
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine
Is Dr. Eghbalieh board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Babak Eghbalieh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Eghbalieh speak?
Dr. Eghbalieh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Eghbalieh treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Eghbalieh 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. Eghbalieh. 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:
Groin Hernia (One Side)
Umbilical Hernia
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
Single Groin Hernia
Hernia in One Groin
Belly Button Hernia
Navel Hernia
Umbilical Rupture
Hiatal Hernia
Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
Fatty Liver Disease
Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
NAFLD
NASH
Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Gallbladder stones
Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
Other Post-Surgery Condition
Postoperative State
Recovery After Surgery
Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
Other Soft Tissue Disorder
Connective Tissue Disorder
Muscle Disorder
Muscle and connective tissue problems
Uncommon soft tissue conditions
Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
What procedures does Dr. Eghbalieh perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Eghbalieh 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. Eghbalieh. 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:
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
49653: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair, ventral, umbilical, spigelian or epigastric hernia (includes mesh insertion, when performed); incarcerated or strangulated
49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
Also known as:
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
Wedge Liver Biopsy
Surgical Liver Biopsy
Liver Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge
Also known as:
Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
Incarcerated Hernia Repair
Strangulated Hernia Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
Keyhole Appendectomy
Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
Laparoscopic Colon Mobilization
Minimally Invasive Colectomy
Laparoscopic Bowel Resection
Keyhole Colon Surgery
Splenic Flexure Mobilization
Laparoscopic Colectomy Assist
Colon Take-down Surgery
CPT Codes:
44204: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis
44213: Laparoscopy, surgical, mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Also known as:
Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
Wounds and Injuries
Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
Advanced Wound Stitching
Laceration Repair (Body)
Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
Complex Body Wound Repair
Trunk Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
CPT Codes:
13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
Deep Torso Laceration Repair
Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
Benign Skin Growth Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
Mole Removal
Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
Also known as:
Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
Benign Skin Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
Spermatic Cord Lesion Removal
Spermatic Cord Mass Excision
Testicular Cord Lesion Surgery
Scrotal Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
55520: Excision of lesion of spermatic cord (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Removal of Large Neck or Chest Tumor
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Arm or Elbow
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Thigh or Knee
Excision of subcutaneous tumor
Neck mass removal
Chest wall tumor surgery
Arm Tumor Excision
Elbow Soft Tissue Mass Removal
Subcutaneous Tumor Resection Arm
Thigh Tumor Excision
Knee Soft Tissue Mass Removal
Subcutaneous Tumor Resection Leg
CPT Codes:
21552: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
24071: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
27337: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Also known as:
Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
Flank Tumor Removal
Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Also known as:
Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
Back Tumor Removal
Flank Tumor Surgery
Intramuscular Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
37617: Ligation, major artery (eg, post-traumatic, rupture); abdomen
Does Dr. Eghbalieh accept my insurance?
Dr. Eghbalieh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 900-6480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eghbalieh accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Eghbalieh in Sherman Oaks, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Babak Eghbalieh an Excellent
overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Eghbalieh has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Eghbalieh, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
What is Dr. Eghbalieh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eghbalieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770774770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eghbalieh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eghbalieh
What is Dr. Babak Eghbalieh's specialty?
Dr. Eghbalieh is a Surgeon near Sherman Oaks, CA.
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Eghbalieh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Babak Eghbalieh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Eghbalieh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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.
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Is Babak Eghbalieh accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Babak Eghbalieh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Babak Eghbalieh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eghbalieh's office at (818) 900-6480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Babak Eghbalieh?
Please contact Dr. Eghbalieh's office at (818) 900-6480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Babak Eghbalieh have?
Dr. Babak Eghbalieh is certified by the American Board of Surgery.