Summary

Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani is an internal medicine physician with 26 years of experience caring for patients with a wide range of adult health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and brings over two decades of clinical expertise to his practice. Dr. Shani speaks English and is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for his patients.

Dr. Shani practices at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center in Downey, California. He focuses on managing chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, as well as treating urgent situations like severe high blood pressure emergencies. His clinical expertise includes performing important health screenings like comprehensive blood work and specialized kidney function tests for diabetic patients.

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Quick Facts

  • 26 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Downey , CASan Marino , CALos Angeles , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - IPA
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareMore
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani 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

Medical School

Graduated from AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Derakh Shani's NPI number is 1447308325.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani affiliated with?
Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER.
Where is Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani's office located?
Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani's office is located at 9333 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
Does Dr. Mahyar Derakh Shani accept my insurance?
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