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Dr. Aram Karakashian, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Glendale, CA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karakashian, Family Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Aram Karakashian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Karakashian completed his residency at Niagara Falls Mem Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Karakashian is fluent in English, Arabic, and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karakashian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karakashian’s office at (818) 247-3965.

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

    • Residency: Niagara Falls Mem Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Niagara Falls Meml Med Center

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University

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

    Yes, Dr. Aram Karakashian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karakashian speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • Armenian
    • English

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

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

    • 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:

    • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • BPPV
    • Positional vertigo
    • Inner ear dizziness
    • Crystal ear problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H8110: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
    • Long-term tiredness
    • Persistent fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hives
    • Urticaria
    • Welts
    • Itchy rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L509: Urticaria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aram Karakashian may include:

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

    Does Dr. Karakashian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karakashian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 247-3965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karakashian accept in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Karakashian in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Karakashian's office located?

    Dr. Aram Karakashian's Primary Practice

    1510 S Central Ave Ste 130

    Glendale, CA 91204

    (818) 247-3965

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    Dr. Aram Karakashian's Practice 2

    445 W Broadway

    Glendale, CA 91204

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    What hospitals are Dr. Karakashian affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Karakashian has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Keck Hospital Of Usc,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Karakashian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134166887.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karakashian?

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

    What is Dr. Aram Karakashian's specialty?

    Dr. Karakashian is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glendale, 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. Aram Karakashian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karakashian is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale 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 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. Aram Karakashian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Aram Karakashian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aram Karakashian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karakashian's office at (818) 247-3965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aram Karakashian?

    Please contact Dr. Karakashian's office at (818) 247-3965 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karakashian's office located?

    Dr. Karakashian's office is located in Glendale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aram Karakashian have?

    Dr. Aram Karakashian is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.