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Dr. Vijay Dhawan, MD

Montebello, CA

49 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dhawan, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Montebello, CA?

    Dr. Vijay Dhawan, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Montebello, CA. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Dhawan graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Nuclear Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dhawan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhawan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhawan’s office at (323) 721-9411.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Nuclear Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Agartala Government Medical College

    Is Dr. Dhawan board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Vijay Dhawan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dhawan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dhawan treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dhawan 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. Dhawan. 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:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Dementia Due to Other Condition
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Secondary dementia
    • Dementia from other medical causes
    • Cognitive decline from underlying disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dhawan perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vijay Dhawan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dhawan's office.

    Does Dr. Dhawan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhawan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 721-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhawan accept in Montebello, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dhawan's office located?

    Dr. Vijay Dhawan's Primary Practice

    3420 W Beverly Blvd

    Montebello, CA 90640

    (323) 721-9411

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

    Dr. Dhawan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760426415.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhawan?

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

    What is Dr. Vijay Dhawan's specialty?

    Dr. Dhawan is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Montebello, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Dhawan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vijay Dhawan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dhawan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Vijay Dhawan accepting new patients in Montebello, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vijay Dhawan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijay Dhawan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dhawan's office at (323) 721-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vijay Dhawan?

    Please contact Dr. Dhawan's office at (323) 721-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Dhawan have?

    Dr. Vijay Dhawan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.

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