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Dr. Azadeh Farin, MD

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farin, Neurosurgeon in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Azadeh Farin, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farin is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farin’s office at (562) 427-5388.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Farin?

    Dr. Azadeh Farin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Farin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Stenosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Long Beach, CA community, Dr. Farin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Farin speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farin typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farin 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. Farin. 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 Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farin typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farin 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. Farin. 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:

    • Brain Hematoma or Cyst Drainage (Burr Hole)
    • Brain Surgery for Spinal Fluid Leak
    • Intracerebral Hematoma Aspiration
    • Brain Cyst Drainage
    • Burr Hole Surgery for Brain Bleed
    • Dural leak repair
    • Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak repair
    • Rhinorrhea/otorrhea surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61156: Burr hole(s); with aspiration of hematoma or cyst, intracerebral
    • 62100: Craniotomy for repair of dural/cerebrospinal fluid leak, including surgery for rhinorrhea/otorrhea

    Also known as:

    • Brain Catheter Replacement or Cleaning
    • Subarachnoid Catheter Management
    • Subdural Catheter Care
    • Brain Fluid Drainage Catheter
    • Intracranial Catheter Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 62194: Replacement or irrigation, subarachnoid/subdural catheter

    Also known as:

    • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
    • VP Shunt Surgery
    • Brain Shunt Placement
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Catheter Replacement or Irrigation
    • Brain Catheter Maintenance
    • Ventriculostomy Catheter Care
    • CSF Shunt Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 62225: Replacement or irrigation, ventricular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Derma-Fat-Fascia Graft
    • Skin fat fascia graft
    • Composite tissue graft
    • Autologous fat graft
    • Soft tissue graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15770: Graft; derma-fat-fascia

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Farin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 427-5388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farin accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Farin's office located?

    Dr. Azadeh Farin's Primary Practice

    3828 Schaufele Ave Ste 340

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    (562) 427-5388

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    Dr. Azadeh Farin's Practice 2

    1050 Linden Ave Fl 2

    Long Beach, CA 90813

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    Dr. Azadeh Farin's Practice 3

    2110 N Bellflower Blvd

    Long Beach, CA 90815

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    What hospitals are Dr. Farin affiliated with?

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    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Farin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Farin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235304833.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farin?

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

    What is Dr. Azadeh Farin's specialty?

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Azadeh Farin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farin is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Azadeh Farin accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Azadeh Farin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Azadeh Farin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farin's office at (562) 427-5388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Azadeh Farin?

    Please contact Dr. Farin's office at (562) 427-5388 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Farin's office located?

    Dr. Farin's office is located in Long Beach, CA.