Summary

Dr. Ashkan Ara is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who brings 17 years of experience to treating patients with complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Iran University of Medical Sciences and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system.

Dr. Ara practices at locations in Los Angeles and Long Beach, providing comprehensive care for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and joint pain. His expertise includes performing specialized immunology and serology testing to diagnose autoimmune diseases. He also conducts immunoglobulin testing to evaluate immune system function and help guide treatment decisions for his patients.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums)
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has 2 locations

Westwood Specialty Care

200 Medical Plzste 365-BLos Angeles, CA 90095
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara, MDDr. Yadira Valles-AyoubDr. Michael MahoostDr. Thomas Herald Rea
RheumatologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
17 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Los Angeles , CAChatsworth , CALos Angeles , CALOS ANGELES , CA
Med School: Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums) Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - 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 - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara 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 Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums) in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Ara's NPI number is 1679928477.

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Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara's office is located at 200 Medical Plzste 365-B, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.

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