Summary

Dr. Suzanne Kafaja is a rheumatologist with 25 years of experience treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. They earned their medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine and completed comprehensive training through multiple fellowships, including specialized programs in general internal medicine, scleroderma, and rheumatology at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine. Their extensive fellowship training demonstrates deep expertise in both general rheumatology and specialized areas like scleroderma management. Dr. Kafaja speaks Arabic and Spanish, enabling them to serve diverse patient populations in their native languages.

Dr. Kafaja practices at Ronald Reagan University of California Los Angeles Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in treating conditions such as eosinophilic fasciitis, morphea arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. Their clinical expertise includes performing immunology and serology testing, creatinine clearance evaluations, and complete blood counts to diagnose and monitor rheumatic diseases. Patients rate Dr. Kafaja 4.5 out of 5 stars on average for their care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish
  • Rheumatology Fellowship in Scleroderma UCLA School of Medicine: Family Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Westwood 200 Specialty Care

200 Medical Plaza Suite 365Los Angeles, CA 90095

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Speaks Arabic, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALong Beach , CATorrance , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: MD UCLA School of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Suzanne Kafaja

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Suzanne Kafaja has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Suzanne Kafaja has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Scleroderma
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Suzanne Kafaja holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rheumatology Fellowship in Scleroderma UCLA School of Medicine: Family Medicine in 2012, Rheumatology UCLA School of Medicine: Rheumatology in 2010, and Kennamer Fellowship (in GIM) UCLA - David Geffen School of Medicine in 2008.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine Olive View-UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine GME in 2007.

Internship

Completed their internship at Internal Medicine Olive View-UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine GME in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from MD UCLA School of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Suzanne Kafaja's NPI number is 1962684423.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Suzanne Kafaja speak?
Suzanne Kafaja speaks Arabic and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Suzanne Kafaja?
You can find contact information for Suzanne Kafaja here on Vitals.
Does Suzanne Kafaja accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Suzanne Kafaja has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Suzanne Kafaja's office located?
Suzanne Kafaja's office is located at 200 Medical Plaza Suite 365, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
Which hospitals is Suzanne Kafaja affiliated with?
Suzanne Kafaja is affiliated with Ronald Reagan University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center.

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