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Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh, MD

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Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh, MD

La Mesa, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taghizadeh, Cardiologist in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Taghizadeh is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taghizadeh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taghizadeh’s office at (336) 414-6079.

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

    • Medical School: Saint George University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Taghizadeh speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Taghizadeh treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Taghizadeh 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. Taghizadeh. 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:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension
    • High Venous Pressure with Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87322: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Insufficiency
    • Venous Stasis Dermatitis
    • Chronic Venous Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87321: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of right lower extremity

    What procedures does Dr. Taghizadeh perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Taghizadeh 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. Taghizadeh. 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:

    • Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
    • Endovenous Laser Ablation
    • Vein Laser Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
    • Incompetent Vein Ablation
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment
    • Stab Phlebectomy
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Varicose Vein Excision
    • Sclerotherapy for veins
    • Foam injection for varicose veins
    • Varicose vein injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
    • 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
    • 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Injection Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Sclerosing
    • Chemical Ablation of Veins

    CPT Codes:

    • 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg

    Does Dr. Taghizadeh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taghizadeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 414-6079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taghizadeh accept in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Taghizadeh in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • SGS North America Inc

    • Steward Health Choice

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    Where is Dr. Taghizadeh's office located?

    Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh's Primary Practice

    8851 Center Dr Ste 405

    La Mesa, CA 91942

    (336) 414-6079

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    Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh's Practice 2

    5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 209

    San Diego, CA 92120

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh?

    Dr. Taghizadeh has appointments available at his La Mesa, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

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    Based on 18 reviews

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    Office Experience

    99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Taghizadeh has been rated and reviewed by 18 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Taghizadeh, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Taghizadeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275514986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taghizadeh?

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

    What is Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh's specialty?

    Dr. Taghizadeh is a Cardiologist near La Mesa, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Taghizadeh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taghizadeh is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Cardiologist?

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    Is Behzad Taghizadeh accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Behzad Taghizadeh offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Taghizadeh, or call (336) 414-6079 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Behzad Taghizadeh?

    Please contact Dr. Taghizadeh's office at (336) 414-6079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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