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Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ter-Zakarian, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Ter-Zakarian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ter-Zakarian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ter-Zakarian’s office at (323) 663-9831.

    Where did Dr. Ter-Zakarian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University | Erevan Med Institute Armenian,Russia

    What languages does Dr. Ter-Zakarian speak?

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Armenian
    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ter-Zakarian typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ter-Zakarian 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. Ter-Zakarian. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Body Mass Index (BMI)
    • Body Weight
    • Underweight BMI
    • Low BMI in adults
    • BMI below 19.9

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z681: Body mass index [BMI] 19.9 or less, adult

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ter-Zakarian typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ter-Zakarian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ter-Zakarian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 663-9831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ter-Zakarian accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Physicians Data Trust

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ter-Zakarian's office located?

    Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian's Primary Practice

    5250 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 310

    Los Angeles, CA 90029

    (323) 663-9831

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    Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian's Practice 2

    12157 Victory Blvd

    North Hollywood, CA 91606

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    Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian's Practice 3

    1130 W Olive Ave

    Burbank, CA 91506

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

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639121981.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ter-Zakarian?

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

    What is Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian's specialty?

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ter-Zakarian is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Providence Holy Cross 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ter-Zakarian's office at (323) 663-9831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hovanes Ter-Zakarian?

    Please contact Dr. Ter-Zakarian's office at (323) 663-9831 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ter-Zakarian's office located?

    Dr. Ter-Zakarian's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA, North Hollywood, CA, and Burbank, CA.