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Dr. Alexander Khalessi, MD

Dr. Alexander Khalessi, MD

San Diego, CA

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    Who is Dr. Khalessi, Neurosurgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Khalessi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Khalessi graduated from Director of Neurovascular Surgery. Dr. Khalessi is fluent in English, Farsi/Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khalessi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khalessi’s office at (888) 539-8781.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Khalessi?

    Dr. Alexander Khalessi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Khalessi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Complex Cranial Surgery, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, Neuro-Oncology, Stroke, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Khalessi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Khalessi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine | SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine, Buffalo | Director of Neurovascular Surgery | Acting Clinical Chief of Neurosurgery | Associate Professor of Surgery and Neurosciences | Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD

    What languages does Dr. Khalessi speak?

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

    • English

    • Farsi/Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Khalessi treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Khalessi 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. Khalessi. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain cysts
    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts
    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Cerebral AVM
    • Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
    • Brain Vascular Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
    • Birth Defects
    • Cerebral Vascular Malformations
    • Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
    • Brain Blood Vessel Defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Artery Bulge
    • Blood Vessel Widening
    • Vascular Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moyamoya Disease
    • Brain Malformations
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • Moyamoya disease
    • Moyamoya Syndrome
    • Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I675: Moyamoya disease

    Does Dr. Khalessi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khalessi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 539-8781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khalessi accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Khalessi in San Diego, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Khalessi's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Khalessi's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (888) 539-8781

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    Dr. Alexander Khalessi's Practice 2

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Khalessi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073786661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khalessi?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Khalessi's specialty?

    Dr. Khalessi is a Neurosurgeon near San Diego, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Khalessi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Khalessi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Khalessi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC San Diego Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Alexander Khalessi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Khalessi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Khalessi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khalessi's office at (888) 539-8781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Khalessi?

    Please contact Dr. Khalessi's office at (888) 539-8781 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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