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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wassef, Nuclear Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Heidi Wassef, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Wassef completed her residency at L a Co Usc Med Center. Dr. Wassef is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wassef’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wassef’s office.
Where did Dr. Wassef go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L a Co Usc Med Center
Is Dr. Wassef board certified as a Nuclear Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wassef, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine , American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Wassef speak?
Dr. Wassef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Wassef typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Wassef 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. Wassef. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Wassef typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Heidi Wassef may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wassef accept my insurance?
Dr. Wassef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wassef accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Wassef in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Accountable Health Care IPA
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wassef's office located?
What is Dr. Wassef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wassef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619919941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wassef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wassef
What is Dr. Heidi Wassef's specialty?
Dr. Wassef is a Nuclear Radiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Heidi Wassef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wassef is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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
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Is Heidi Wassef accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wassef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heidi Wassef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heidi Wassef?
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heidi Wassef have?
Dr. Heidi Wassef is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine and American Board of Radiology.
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