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Dr. Kiumars Arfai, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist, Anesthesiologist

Northridge, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Arfai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Kiumars Arfai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Arfai is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arfai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arfai’s office at (818) 349-5050.

    Is Dr. Arfai board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kiumars Arfai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Arfai speak?

    Dr. Arfai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Arfai typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Arfai diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Arfai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Arfai typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Arfai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Arfai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Arfai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Arfai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 349-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Arfai accept in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Arfai in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Arfai's office located?

    Dr. Kiumars Arfai's Primary Practice

    19871 Nordhoff St

    Northridge, CA 91324

    (818) 349-5050

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    Dr. Kiumars Arfai's Practice 2

    11550 Indian Hills Rd Ste 340

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

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    What is Dr. Arfai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Arfai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407804370.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arfai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arfai

    What is Dr. Kiumars Arfai's specialty?

    Dr. Arfai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Northridge, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is Dr. Kiumars Arfai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Arfai is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kiumars Arfai accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kiumars Arfai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kiumars Arfai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Arfai's office at (818) 349-5050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kiumars Arfai?

    Please contact Dr. Arfai's office at (818) 349-5050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Arfai's office located?

    Dr. Arfai's offices are located in Northridge, CA and Mission Hills, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kiumars Arfai have?

    Dr. Kiumars Arfai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.