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Who is Dr. Najafi, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Afshan Najafi, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Najafi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Najafi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Najafi’s office at (410) 601-7639.
What languages does Dr. Najafi speak?
Dr. Najafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Najafi typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Najafi 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. Najafi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Derangement
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Dysfunction
- Joint Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M249: Joint derangement, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Najafi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Afshan Najafi may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Najafi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Najafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Najafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 601-7639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Najafi accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Najafi in Baltimore, MD 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)
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Najafi's office located?
Dr. Afshan Najafi's Primary Practice
2401 W Belvedere Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 601-7639
What is Dr. Najafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Najafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285197194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Najafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Najafi
What is Dr. Afshan Najafi's specialty?
Dr. Najafi is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Afshan Najafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Najafi 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
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Is Afshan Najafi accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Afshan Najafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afshan Najafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Najafi's office at (410) 601-7639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afshan Najafi?
Please contact Dr. Najafi's office at (410) 601-7639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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