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Dr. Babak Pezeshki, MD

Dr. Babak Pezeshki, MD

Newport Beach, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pezeshki, Interventional Cardiologist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Babak Pezeshki, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pezeshki graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Pezeshki is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pezeshki’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pezeshki’s office at (949) 645-2800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Scripps Mercy Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pezeshki board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Pezeshki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pezeshki speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pezeshki treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Pezeshki 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. Pezeshki. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Past Heart Attack
    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Previous Heart Attack
    • Old Myocardial Infarction
    • Prior Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I252: Old myocardial infarction
    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Angina
    • Other Forms of Angina (Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Atypical Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Other Angina Pectoris
    • Variant Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
    • I2089: Other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Clot Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6300: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of unspecified precerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Which procedures does Dr. Pezeshki perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Babak Pezeshki may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pezeshki accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pezeshki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 645-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pezeshki accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Pezeshki in Newport Beach, 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

    • CalOptima

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pezeshki's office located?

    Dr. Babak Pezeshki's Primary Practice

    520 Superior Ave Ste 280

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 645-2800

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    Dr. Babak Pezeshki's Practice 2

    1 Hoag Dr

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

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

    Dr. Pezeshki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245269802.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pezeshki?

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

    What is Dr. Babak Pezeshki's specialty?

    Dr. Pezeshki is a Interventional Cardiologist near Newport Beach, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Pezeshki to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Babak Pezeshki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pezeshki is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Interventional Cardiologist?

    Explore Interventional Cardiologist 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 Babak Pezeshki accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Pezeshki is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babak Pezeshki offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pezeshki's office at (949) 645-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Babak Pezeshki?

    Please contact Dr. Pezeshki's office at (949) 645-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Babak Pezeshki have?

    Dr. Babak Pezeshki is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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