21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Safaee, Pulmonologist in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Saeid Safaee, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Safaee is fluent in English, Armenian, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safaee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safaee’s office at (818) 637-2200.
What languages does Dr. Safaee speak?
Dr. Safaee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Safaee treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Safaee 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. Safaee. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J918: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Long-term Bronchitis
- Persistent Bronchitis
- Inflamed Airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis
Which procedures does Dr. Safaee perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Saeid Safaee may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Safaee's office.
Does Dr. Safaee accept my insurance?
Dr. Safaee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 637-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safaee accept in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Safaee in Glendale, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Safaee's office located?
Dr. Saeid Safaee's Primary Practice
1511 W Glenoaks Blvd
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 637-2200
What is Dr. Safaee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safaee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437112604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safaee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safaee
What is Dr. Saeid Safaee's specialty?
Dr. Safaee is a Pulmonologist near Glendale, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Safaee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saeid Safaee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Safaee is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Southern California Pulmonary And Critical Care Associates, Inc, Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center, Adventist Health Simi Valley. 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 Saeid Safaee accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Saeid Safaee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saeid Safaee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safaee's office at (818) 637-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saeid Safaee?
Please contact Dr. Safaee's office at (818) 637-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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