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Dr. Ammar Istwani, MD

Folsom, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Istwani, Diagnostic Radiologist in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Ammar Istwani, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Folsom, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Istwani graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars Sinai Mc. Dr. Istwani is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Istwani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Istwani’s office at (562) 432-0079.

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

    • Residency: Cedars Sinai Mc | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Istwani speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Istwani treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Istwani 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. Istwani. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Istwani perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Istwani performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Istwani. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Istwani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Istwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 432-0079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Istwani accept in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Istwani in Folsom, 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

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other TPA

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Istwani's office located?

    Dr. Ammar Istwani's Primary Practice

    1700 Prairie City Rd

    Folsom, CA 95630

    (562) 432-0079

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    Dr. Ammar Istwani's Practice 2

    3700 South St

    Lakewood, CA 90712

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    Dr. Ammar Istwani's Practice 3

    1050 Linden Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90813

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Ammar Istwani an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Istwani has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Istwani, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Istwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386683258.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Istwani?

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

    What is Dr. Ammar Istwani's specialty?

    Dr. Istwani is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Folsom, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Istwani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ammar Istwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Istwani is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Mercy General Hospital, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz, Mercy San Juan 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

    Where can I learn more about Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is Ammar Istwani accepting new patients in Folsom, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ammar Istwani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ammar Istwani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Istwani's office at (562) 432-0079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ammar Istwani?

    Please contact Dr. Istwani's office at (562) 432-0079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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