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Dr. Michelle Afkhami, MD
Hematopathologist
,Molecular Genetic Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
Duarte, CA
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afkhami, Hematopathologist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Michelle Afkhami, MD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Afkhami is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afkhami’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. Afkhami’s office at (310) 748-0337.
Where did Dr. Afkhami go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: International Medical Graduate
Is Dr. Afkhami board certified in Hematopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Afkhami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Afkhami speak?
Dr. Afkhami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Afkhami treat?
As a Hematopathologist, Dr. Afkhami 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. Afkhami. 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:
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Relapse
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Recurrent Childhood Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9102: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in relapse
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Afkhami perform as a Hematopathologist?
As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michelle Afkhami may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Afkhami's office.
Does Dr. Afkhami accept my insurance?
Dr. Afkhami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 748-0337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afkhami accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Afkhami in Duarte, 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
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afkhami's office located?
What is Dr. Afkhami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afkhami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326230228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afkhami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afkhami
What is Dr. Michelle Afkhami's specialty?
Dr. Afkhami is a Hematopathologist near Duarte, CA. A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders. Contact Dr. Afkhami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Afkhami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afkhami is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michelle Afkhami accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Afkhami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Afkhami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afkhami's office at (310) 748-0337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Afkhami?
Please contact Dr. Afkhami's office at (310) 748-0337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Afkhami have?
Dr. Michelle Afkhami is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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