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Dr. Sam Pourbabak, MD

Dr. Sam Pourbabak, MD

San Clemente, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pourbabak, Endocrinologist in San Clemente, CA?

    Dr. Sam Pourbabak, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Pourbabak graduated from Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) and completed his residency at University Of Massachusetts Med School Worcester Ma. Dr. Pourbabak is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pourbabak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pourbabak’s office at (949) 916-9100.

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

    • Residency: University Of Massachusetts Med School Worcester Ma | University of New Mexico

    • Medical School: Iran Univ of Med Sci, Teheran, Iran | Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS)

    What languages does Dr. Pourbabak speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Pourbabak treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Pourbabak 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. Pourbabak. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Goiter
    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Enlarged Thyroid Gland
    • Simple Goiter
    • Thyroid Swelling
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin Deficiency
    • Malnutrition
    • Vitamins
    • Lack of Vitamins
    • Low Vitamin Levels
    • Avitaminosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E569: Vitamin deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    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:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Does Dr. Pourbabak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pourbabak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 916-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pourbabak accept in San Clemente, CA?

    Dr. Pourbabak in San Clemente, 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

    • CalOptima

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pourbabak's office located?

    Dr. Sam Pourbabak's Primary Practice

    655 Camino de los Mares Ste 122

    San Clemente, CA 92673

    (949) 916-9100

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    Dr. Sam Pourbabak's Practice 2

    23141 Moulton Pkwy Ste 102

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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    Dr. Sam Pourbabak's Practice 3

    23331 El Toro Rd Ste 102

    Lake Forest, CA 92630

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

    Dr. Pourbabak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043271018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pourbabak?

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

    What is Dr. Sam Pourbabak's specialty?

    Dr. Pourbabak is a Endocrinologist near San Clemente, CA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Pourbabak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sam Pourbabak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pourbabak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saddleback Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sam Pourbabak accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sam Pourbabak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sam Pourbabak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pourbabak's office at (949) 916-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sam Pourbabak?

    Please contact Dr. Pourbabak's office at (949) 916-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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