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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barakat, Specialist in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Sawssan Barakat, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Barakat graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Barakat is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barakat’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barakat’s office at (818) 322-3076.
Where did Dr. Barakat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Barakat board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sawssan Barakat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barakat speak?
Dr. Barakat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Barakat treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Barakat 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. Barakat. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Does Dr. Barakat accept my insurance?
Dr. Barakat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 322-3076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barakat accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Barakat in Tarzana, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicaid
Medicare
Preferred Health Plan
Preferred IPA
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Barakat's office located?
Dr. Sawssan Barakat's Primary Practice
18840 Ventura Blvd Ste 216
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 322-3076
What is Dr. Barakat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barakat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811928484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barakat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barakat
What is Dr. Sawssan Barakat's specialty?
Dr. Barakat is a Specialist near Tarzana, CA. Contact Dr. Barakat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sawssan Barakat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barakat is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Sawssan Barakat accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sawssan Barakat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sawssan Barakat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (818) 322-3076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sawssan Barakat?
Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (818) 322-3076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sawssan Barakat have?
Dr. Sawssan Barakat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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