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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghatan, Internist in Carson, CA?
Dr. Bijan Ghatan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghatan graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghatan is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghatan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghatan’s office at (310) 327-8877.
Where did Dr. Ghatan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine | Booth Meml Med Center | New York Methodist Hospital Program
Medical School: Charing Cross & Westminter Medical School, Imperial College, University of London | University College, University of London,London, United Kingdom | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine | St. George's University of London
Is Dr. Ghatan board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bijan Ghatan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghatan speak?
Dr. Ghatan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ghatan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ghatan 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. Ghatan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Persistent Vegetative State
- Coma
- Vegetative State
- Unresponsive Wakefulness Syndrome
- Chronic Unconsciousness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R403: Persistent vegetative state
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Joint Contracture
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Stiffness
- Frozen Joint
- Limited Joint Movement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2450: Contracture, unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04129: Dry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Ghatan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bijan Ghatan 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghatan's office.
Does Dr. Ghatan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghatan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 327-8877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghatan accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Ghatan in Carson, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicaid
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghatan's office located?
Dr. Bijan Ghatan also offers virtual visits
Dr. Bijan Ghatan's Primary Practice
21501 Avalon Blvd Ste 100
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 327-8877
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bijan Ghatan?
Dr. Ghatan has appointments available at his Carson, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Ghatan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghatan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841208964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghatan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghatan
What is Dr. Bijan Ghatan's specialty?
Dr. Ghatan is a Internist near Carson, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Ghatan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bijan Ghatan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghatan is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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
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Is Bijan Ghatan accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bijan Ghatan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bijan Ghatan offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ghatan, or call (310) 327-8877 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Bijan Ghatan?
Yes, Dr. Ghatan offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Ghatan, or call (310) 327-8877 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bijan Ghatan have?
Dr. Bijan Ghatan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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