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Who is Dr. Churukian, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Talene Churukian, DO is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Palm Desert, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Churukian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Churukian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Churukian’s office at (760) 773-1411.
What languages does Dr. Churukian speak?
Dr. Churukian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Churukian typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Churukian 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. Churukian. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
Also known as:
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Churukian typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Talene Churukian may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Churukian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Churukian accept my insurance?
Dr. Churukian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 773-1411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Churukian accept in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Churukian in Palm Desert, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Churukian's office located?
Dr. Talene Churukian's Primary Practice
41990 Cook St Ste A103
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 773-1411
What is Dr. Churukian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Churukian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538356902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Churukian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Churukian
What is Dr. Talene Churukian's specialty?
Dr. Churukian is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Palm Desert, CA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Talene Churukian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Churukian is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Talene Churukian accepting new patients in Palm Desert, CA?
Yes, Dr. Talene Churukian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Talene Churukian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Churukian's office at (760) 773-1411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Talene Churukian?
Please contact Dr. Churukian's office at (760) 773-1411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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