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Dr. Siamak Heshmati, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Lancaster, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heshmati, Family Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Siamak Heshmati, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Heshmati is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heshmati’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heshmati’s office at (661) 945-9411.

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

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat

    Is Dr. Heshmati board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Siamak Heshmati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heshmati speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heshmati typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heshmati 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. Heshmati. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heshmati typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Siamak Heshmati may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heshmati accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heshmati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heshmati accept in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Heshmati in Lancaster, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Heshmati's office located?

    Dr. Siamak Heshmati's Primary Practice

    44469 10th St W

    Lancaster, CA 93534

    (661) 945-9411

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    Dr. Siamak Heshmati's Practice 2

    4502 E Avenue S

    Palmdale, CA 93552

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    Dr. Siamak Heshmati's Practice 3

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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

    Dr. Heshmati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972550077.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heshmati?

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

    What is Dr. Siamak Heshmati's specialty?

    Dr. Heshmati is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, 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. Siamak Heshmati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heshmati is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Siamak Heshmati accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Siamak Heshmati is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Siamak Heshmati offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heshmati's office at (661) 945-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Siamak Heshmati?

    Please contact Dr. Heshmati's office at (661) 945-9411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heshmati's office located?

    Dr. Heshmati's offices are located in Lancaster, CA, Palmdale, CA, and Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Siamak Heshmati have?

    Dr. Siamak Heshmati is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.