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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Molkara, Surgeon in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Afshin Molkara, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Molkara completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Mcp Hahnemann Univ, General Surgery. Dr. Molkara is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Molkara’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. Molkara’s office at (909) 558-2328.
Where did Dr. Molkara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Mcp Hahnemann Univ, General Surgery | Loma Linda University
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Molkara board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Molkara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Molkara speak?
Dr. Molkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Molkara treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Molkara 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. Molkara. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Other Circulatory System Disorder
- Other Blood Vessel Problems
- Unspecified Circulatory Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I998: Other disorder of circulatory system
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Emphysema
- Emphysema
- Lung Tissue Emphysema
- Pulmonary Interstitial Emphysema
- Air Trapping in Lung Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- J982: Interstitial emphysema
Also known as:
- Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Blood Vessel Aneurysm
- Artery Bulge
- Vascular Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
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:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Molkara perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Afshin Molkara may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Molkara's office.
Does Dr. Molkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Molkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-2328 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Molkara accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Molkara in Loma Linda, 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
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Molkara's office located?
Dr. Afshin Molkara's Primary Practice
11370 Anderson St
Loma Linda, CA 92354
(909) 558-2328
What is Dr. Molkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Molkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194755280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Molkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Molkara
What is Dr. Afshin Molkara's specialty?
Dr. Molkara is a Surgeon near Loma Linda, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Molkara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afshin Molkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Molkara is affiliated with Riverside University Health System 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 Afshin Molkara accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Molkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afshin Molkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Molkara's office at (909) 558-2328 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afshin Molkara?
Please contact Dr. Molkara's office at (909) 558-2328 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afshin Molkara have?
Dr. Afshin Molkara is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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