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Dr. Hoori Hovanessian, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Whittier, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hovanessian, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Hoori Hovanessian, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Hovanessian graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hovanessian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hovanessian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hovanessian’s office at (562) 698-0811.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Valley Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Hovanessian board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hoori Hovanessian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hovanessian speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hovanessian typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hovanessian 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. Hovanessian. 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:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hovanessian typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hoori Hovanessian may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hovanessian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hovanessian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hovanessian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-0811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hovanessian accept in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Hovanessian 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 Commercial

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hovanessian's office located?

    Dr. Hoori Hovanessian's Primary Practice

    12401 Washington Blvd

    Whittier, CA 90602

    (562) 698-0811

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    Dr. Hoori Hovanessian's Practice 2

    11500 Brookshire Ave

    Downey, CA 90241

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

    Dr. Hovanessian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578599825.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hovanessian?

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

    What is Dr. Hoori Hovanessian's specialty?

    Dr. Hovanessian is an 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 Dr. Hoori Hovanessian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hovanessian is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Hoori Hovanessian accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hoori Hovanessian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hoori Hovanessian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hovanessian's office at (562) 698-0811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hoori Hovanessian?

    Please contact Dr. Hovanessian's office at (562) 698-0811 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hovanessian's office located?

    Dr. Hovanessian's offices are located in Whittier, CA and Downey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hoori Hovanessian have?

    Dr. Hoori Hovanessian is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.