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Dr. Lev Gelman, MD

Northridge, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gelman, Internist in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Lev Gelman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelman completed his residency at Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelman’s office at (818) 242-8761.

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

    • Residency: Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Vinnica Medical University

    Is Dr. Gelman board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lev Gelman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gelman speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Gelman treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Gelman 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. Gelman. 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:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69352: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Bone Infection
    • Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Which procedures does Dr. Gelman perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lev Gelman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gelman's office.

    Does Dr. Gelman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 242-8761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gelman accept in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Gelman in Northridge, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Heritage Health

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gelman's office located?

    Dr. Lev Gelman's Primary Practice

    8510 Balboa Blvd Ste 150

    Northridge, CA 91325

    (818) 242-8761

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

    Dr. Gelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851356018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelman?

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

    What is Dr. Lev Gelman's specialty?

    Dr. Gelman is a Internist near Northridge, 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. Gelman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lev Gelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gelman is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical 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 Lev Gelman accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lev Gelman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lev Gelman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelman's office at (818) 242-8761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lev Gelman?

    Please contact Dr. Gelman's office at (818) 242-8761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lev Gelman have?

    Dr. Lev Gelman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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