19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Faraaz Khan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Khan completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Khan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khan’s office at (562) 907-1565.
Where did Dr. Khan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: St George',s University
Is Dr. Khan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Faraaz Khan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khan speak?
Dr. Khan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khan typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khan typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Faraaz Khan may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Khan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khan accept my insurance?
Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 907-1565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Khan in Whittier, 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 Corporation
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khan's office located?
What is Dr. Khan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477595346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khan
What is Dr. Faraaz Khan's specialty?
Dr. Khan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Whittier, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Faraaz Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Faraaz Khan accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Faraaz Khan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faraaz Khan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (562) 907-1565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faraaz Khan?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (562) 907-1565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faraaz Khan have?
Dr. Faraaz Khan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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