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Dr. Sara Velasco, MD

Pacoima, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velasco, Family Medicine Specialist in Pacoima, CA?

    Dr. Sara Velasco, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pacoima, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Velasco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasco’s office at (818) 781-7097.

    Is Dr. Velasco board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Velasco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Velasco speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velasco typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Velasco 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. Velasco. 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:

    • Unexplained Health Concerns
    • Health Anxiety
    • Somatic Symptoms
    • Undiagnosed Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Screening
    • Abnormal BP Reading
    • Blood Pressure Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velasco typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Velasco may include:

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Velasco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velasco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 781-7097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velasco accept in Pacoima, CA?

    Dr. Velasco in Pacoima, 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

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Velasco's office located?

    Dr. Sara Velasco's Primary Practice

    12756 Van Nuys Blvd

    Pacoima, CA 91331

    (818) 781-7097

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    Dr. Sara Velasco's Practice 2

    14600 Sherman Way Ste 300

    Van Nuys, CA 91405

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    Dr. Sara Velasco's Practice 3

    23763 Valencia Blvd

    Valencia, CA 91355

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

    Dr. Velasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104885094.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasco?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Velasco's specialty?

    Dr. Velasco is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pacoima, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Sara Velasco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velasco is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sara Velasco accepting new patients in Pacoima, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Velasco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Velasco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (818) 781-7097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Velasco?

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (818) 781-7097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Velasco have?

    Dr. Sara Velasco is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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