Summary

Dr. Raffi Merjanian is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and nephrology with 26 years of experience treating patients with kidney-related conditions. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Merjanian provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Merjanian practices at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center in Downey, California. He focuses on treating chronic kidney disease and kidney disease at various stages, including advanced chronic kidney disease stage 5. His expertise includes performing dialysis procedures and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis to help patients manage kidney function. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Los Angeles County-Harbor-Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Downey , CALos Angeles , CALyons , COKaty , TX
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Raffi Bryan Merjanian

  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • HealthSmart
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - EPO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Raffi Bryan Merjanian has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Raffi Bryan Merjanian has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Exercise
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrology
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Raffi Bryan Merjanian 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 Los Angeles County-Harbor-Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Merjanian's NPI number is 1649347477.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Raffi Merjanian accepting new patients?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Raffi Merjanian accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Raffi Merjanian affiliated with?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. Raffi Merjanian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Raffi Merjanian's office located?
Dr. Raffi Merjanian's office is located at 9333 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.

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