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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birdjandi, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Farschad Birdjandi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Birdjandi completed his residency at Ny Med Coll/Mt Vernon Hosp. Dr. Birdjandi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birdjandi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birdjandi’s office at (858) 499-2707.
Where did Dr. Birdjandi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Med Coll/Mt Vernon Hosp
Medical School: Med Fak Der Univ Des Saarlandes | University of Saarlandes
Is Dr. Birdjandi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Farschad Birdjandi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birdjandi speak?
Dr. Birdjandi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Birdjandi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Birdjandi 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. Birdjandi. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Birdjandi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Birdjandi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Birdjandi. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Birdjandi accept my insurance?
Dr. Birdjandi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birdjandi accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Birdjandi in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
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Where is Dr. Birdjandi's office located?
Dr. Farschad Birdjandi's Primary Practice
1400 E Palomar St
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(858) 499-2707
What is Dr. Birdjandi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birdjandi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205823929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birdjandi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birdjandi
What is Dr. Farschad Birdjandi's specialty?
Dr. Birdjandi is a Internist near Chula Vista, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Farschad Birdjandi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birdjandi is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Farschad Birdjandi accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Farschad Birdjandi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farschad Birdjandi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birdjandi's office at (858) 499-2707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farschad Birdjandi?
Please contact Dr. Birdjandi's office at (858) 499-2707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farschad Birdjandi have?
Dr. Farschad Birdjandi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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