Summary

Dr. Bijan Farah is an internal medicine physician with five decades of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency training at Mount Sinai Hospital. Throughout his extensive 52-year career, Dr. Farah has developed deep expertise in managing complex internal medicine conditions. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Farah practices at multiple locations throughout Encino and Tarzana, California, with affiliations at Encino Hospital Medical Center and Providence Cedars Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation and managing high cholesterol in children and teenagers. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function and abscess drainage procedures. Patients have given Dr. Farah an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 52 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Bijan Farah has 3 locations

Encino Town Medical Group

17130 Ventura BlvdEncino, CA 91316
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Encino Hospital Medical Center

16237 Ventura BlvdEncino, CA 91436

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Med School: Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bijan Farah

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bijan Farah has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bijan Farah has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Bijan Farah holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Farah's NPI number is 1972538890.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Bijan Farah speak?
Dr. Bijan Farah speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bijan Farah?
You can find contact information for Dr. Bijan Farah here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Bijan Farah accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bijan Farah has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Bijan Farah's office located?
Dr. Bijan Farah's office is located at 17130 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA, 91316.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bijan Farah affiliated with?
Dr. Bijan Farah is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center.

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