Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbari, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Yama Akbari, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Akbari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbari’s office at (818) 364-3031.
Where did Dr. Akbari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Akbari board certified in Neurocritical Care Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yama Akbari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Akbari speak?
Dr. Akbari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akbari treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Akbari 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. Akbari. 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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
- I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
- I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I608: Other nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Brain Swelling
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Edema
- Edema of the Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G936: Cerebral edema
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Akbari perform as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yama Akbari may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akbari's office.
Does Dr. Akbari accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 364-3031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbari accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Akbari in Orange, 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
Bright Health
CalOptima
Centene
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
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Where is Dr. Akbari's office located?
What is Dr. Akbari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275794034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbari
What is Dr. Yama Akbari's specialty?
Dr. Akbari is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Orange, CA. Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed. Contact Dr. Akbari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yama Akbari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbari is affiliated with Uci 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
Where can I learn more about Neurocritical Care Specialist?
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Is Yama Akbari accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yama Akbari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yama Akbari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbari's office at (818) 364-3031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yama Akbari?
Please contact Dr. Akbari's office at (818) 364-3031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yama Akbari have?
Dr. Yama Akbari is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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