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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lajvardi, Family Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Robert Lajvardi, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lajvardi graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at CEME/Mt Sinai Med Ctr Program. Dr. Lajvardi is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lajvardi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lajvardi’s office at (619) 460-7775.
Where did Dr. Lajvardi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: CEME/Mt Sinai Med Ctr Program
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Lajvardi board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Lajvardi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lajvardi speak?
Dr. Lajvardi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lajvardi typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lajvardi 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. Lajvardi. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1710: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lajvardi typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lajvardi 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. Lajvardi. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Lajvardi accept my insurance?
Dr. Lajvardi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 460-7775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lajvardi accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Lajvardi in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lajvardi's office located?
Dr. Robert Lajvardi's Primary Practice
7051 Alvarado Rd Fl 2
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-7775
What is Dr. Lajvardi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lajvardi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235187568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lajvardi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lajvardi
What is Dr. Robert Lajvardi's specialty?
Dr. Lajvardi is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Robert Lajvardi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lajvardi is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Lajvardi accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Lajvardi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Lajvardi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lajvardi's office at (619) 460-7775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Lajvardi?
Please contact Dr. Lajvardi's office at (619) 460-7775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Lajvardi have?
Dr. Robert Lajvardi is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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