30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khaw, Internist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Melvin Khaw, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Khaw completed his residency at Veterans Affairs Medical Center, West Los Angeles - Internal Medicine. Dr. Khaw is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khaw’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khaw’s office at (818) 990-1067.
Where did Dr. Khaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center - Infectious Diseases
Residency: Veterans Affairs Medical Center, West Los Angeles - Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine
Is Dr. Khaw board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Khaw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khaw speak?
Dr. Khaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Khaw typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Khaw 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. Khaw. 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:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Knee Ache
- Knee Discomfort
- Sore Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25569: Pain in unspecified knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Khaw typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melvin Khaw 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. Khaw's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Khaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 990-1067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khaw accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Khaw in Encino, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khaw's office located?
Dr. Melvin Khaw's Primary Practice
16030 Ventura Blvd Ste 680
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 990-1067
What is Dr. Khaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487624045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khaw
What is Dr. Melvin Khaw's specialty?
Dr. Khaw is a Internist near Encino, 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. Melvin Khaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khaw is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian 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
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Is Melvin Khaw accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
No, Dr. Melvin Khaw is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Khaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khaw's office at (818) 990-1067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Khaw?
Please contact Dr. Khaw's office at (818) 990-1067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melvin Khaw have?
Dr. Melvin Khaw is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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