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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akopian, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Gabriel Akopian, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Akopian completed his residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Akopian is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akopian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akopian’s office at (626) 397-5896.
Where did Dr. Akopian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital
Is Dr. Akopian board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Akopian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Akopian speak?
Dr. Akopian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Akopian treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Akopian 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. Akopian. 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:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Anal Disorder
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Akopian perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Gabriel Akopian may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akopian's office.
Does Dr. Akopian accept my insurance?
Dr. Akopian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 397-5896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akopian accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Akopian in Pasadena, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Heritage Health
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akopian's office located?
Dr. Gabriel Akopian's Primary Practice
100 W California Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 397-5896
What is Dr. Akopian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akopian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326074535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akopian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akopian
What is Dr. Gabriel Akopian's specialty?
Dr. Akopian is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Pasadena, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Akopian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gabriel Akopian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akopian is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Gabriel Akopian accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Akopian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriel Akopian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akopian's office at (626) 397-5896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriel Akopian?
Please contact Dr. Akopian's office at (626) 397-5896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gabriel Akopian have?
Dr. Gabriel Akopian is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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