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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hekmat, Internist in National City, CA?
Dr. Razi Hekmat, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in National City, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Hekmat graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hekmat is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hekmat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hekmat’s office at (619) 267-8181.
Where did Dr. Hekmat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California | University of South Carolina School of Medicine | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Hekmat board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Razi Hekmat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hekmat speak?
Dr. Hekmat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hekmat typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hekmat 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. Hekmat. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hekmat typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Razi Hekmat may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hekmat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hekmat accept my insurance?
Dr. Hekmat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 267-8181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hekmat accept in National City, CA?
Dr. Hekmat in National City, 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 Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hekmat's office located?
Dr. Razi Hekmat's Primary Practice
610 Euclid Ave Ste 201
National City, CA 91950
(619) 267-8181
What is Dr. Hekmat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hekmat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871501205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hekmat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hekmat
What is Dr. Razi Hekmat's specialty?
Dr. Hekmat is a Internist near National City, 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. Razi Hekmat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hekmat is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Razi Hekmat accepting new patients in National City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Razi Hekmat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Razi Hekmat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hekmat's office at (619) 267-8181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Razi Hekmat?
Please contact Dr. Hekmat's office at (619) 267-8181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Razi Hekmat have?
Dr. Razi Hekmat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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