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Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD

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Specializes in: Pulmonology (Lung & Respiratory Disease) and Adult Critical Care
Professional interests include: anxiety, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), gastroenteritis, and more.
300 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91107

Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD is a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA specializing in pulmonology (lung & respiratory disease) and adult critical care. Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD is affiliated with Providence, Keck Medical Center of USC, St. Francis Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital, ARCADIA INTENSIVIST GROUP INC and PRISMA HEALTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP.

View Doctor's Full Profile (626) 574-3442

Office Locations

Providence

12922 Victory Boulevard
North Hollywood, CA 91606
(818) 760-2800
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USC Arcadia Hospital

300 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91107
(626) 574-3442
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890 W Faris Road Suite 580
Greenville, SC 29605
(864) 455-7874
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234 E 149th Street
Bronx, NY 10451
(718) 579-5000
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Some issues Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

  • Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
  • Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
  • Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
  • Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.

Mononucleosis happens in three stages:

During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.

During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.

Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.

Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.

There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.

People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, resuscitation and emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

emergency care 11
hospital care 65
inpatient care 65
resuscitation 14

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 143
Female 116
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 211
Black 14
Hispanic 20
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 78
From 75 to 84 107
85 and over 57
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated during 2019 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 18
Ischemic Heart Disease 75
Depression 41
Chronic Kidney Disease 73
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 41
Heart Failure 71
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 31
Diabetes 54
Dementia 41
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care 63
inpatient care 63

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 99
Female 90
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 156
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 11
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 55
From 75 to 84 70
85 and over 53
Less than 65 11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated during 2020 were chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol, hypertension and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 21
Ischemic Heart Disease 75
Depression 40
Chronic Kidney Disease 75
Asthma 21
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 46
Heart Failure 68
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 44
Diabetes 53
Dementia 40
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA during 2021 were catheterization, hospital care, inpatient care and resuscitation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 33
hospital care 19
inpatient care 19
resuscitation 11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 82
Female 115
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 121
Black 21
Hispanic 0
Asian 30
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 77
From 75 to 84 56
85 and over 35
Less than 65 29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated during 2021 were chronic kidney disease, hypertension, high cholesterol and heart failure.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 22
Ischemic Heart Disease 62
Depression 43
Chronic Kidney Disease 75
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 28
Heart Failure 62
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 35
Diabetes 55
Dementia 38
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA during 2022 were catheterization, tracheal (windpipe) procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 19
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
tracheal (windpipe) procedures 16

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 129
Female 115
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 140
Black 0
Hispanic 27
Asian 46
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 94
From 75 to 84 82
85 and over 42
Less than 65 26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 31
Ischemic Heart Disease 61
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 58
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 48
Heart Failure 55
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 44
Diabetes 58
Dementia 25
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA during 2023 were catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 15

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 69
Female 81
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 106
Black 13
Hispanic 0
Asian 17
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 50
From 75 to 84 50
85 and over 30
Less than 65 20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, heart failure and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 28
Ischemic Heart Disease 62
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 62
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 53
Heart Failure 67
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 40
Diabetes 55
Dementia 35
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in North Hollywood, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and tracheal (windpipe) procedures.

catheterization 22
emergency care 11
hospital care 40
inpatient care 40
resuscitation 12
tracheal (windpipe) procedures 16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD.

Gender
Male 104
Female 103
Ethnicity
Black / African American 9
Asian / Pacific Islander 20
Non-Hispanic White 146
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 9
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 73
85 and over 43
Less than 65 20
65 to 74 70

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD From 2019 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 24
Ischemic Heart Disease 67
Depression 38
Chronic Kidney Disease 68
Asthma 14
Osteoporosis 13
Heart Failure 64
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 38
Diabetes 55
Atrial Fibrillation 43
Cancer 17
Dementia 35

Education & Training

She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine and has a state license in South Carolina.

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence
Keck Medical Center of USC
St. Francis Hospital
USC Arcadia Hospital
ARCADIA INTENSIVIST GROUP INC
PRISMA HEALTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA HMO, Humana ChoiceCare Network, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), GEHA, Humana Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, MultiPlan, Interplan, United Healthcare HMO, Blue Shield of California, PacifiCare, Aetna, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare, Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Cigna, Coventry, Anthem, Health Net HMO, First Health, Beech Street, Health Net, Aetna HMO, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, Take Care (GUAM), Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare, Brand New Day, Watchtower, NEXT, Health Net Covered California, Kern Health Systems, USC Network, Health Plans of Nevada, Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund, Marian Health Services and Blue Shield Covered California.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA HMO
Humana ChoiceCare Network
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
GEHA
Humana Medicare Advantage
Medicare Advantage
TriWest
MultiPlan
Interplan
United Healthcare HMO
Blue Shield of California
PacifiCare
Aetna
United Healthcare
Great-West Healthcare
Medicare
Anthem Blue Cross HMO
Cigna
Coventry
Anthem
Health Net HMO
First Health
Beech Street
Health Net
Aetna HMO
Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
Take Care (GUAM)
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare
Brand New Day
Watchtower
NEXT
Health Net Covered California
Kern Health Systems
USC Network
Health Plans of Nevada
Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund
Marian Health Services
Blue Shield Covered California

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. $151 NUCALA
$45
$106
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. $123 KEVZARA SARILUMAB INJECTION
$123
Genentech USA, Inc. $116 XOLAIR
$116
Gilead Sciences Inc $25 Letairis
$25
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $416

Biography

Dr. Armine Mkrtchyan's specialties are adult critical care and pulmonology (lung & respiratory disease). She practices in Arcadia, CA and North Hollywood, CA. Areas of expertise for Dr. Mkrtchyan include alcohol abuse, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome). Dr. Mkrtchyan's hospital/clinic affiliations include Providence, St. Francis Hospital, and USC Arcadia Hospital. She seems to honor United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Blue California, and more.

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