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Dr. Payam Emdad, MD

Physiatrist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Emdad, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Payam Emdad, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Emdad graduated from Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Program A. Dr. Emdad is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emdad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emdad’s office.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda University Program A

    • Medical School: Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Emdad speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Emdad typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Emdad 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. Emdad. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Emdad typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Payam Emdad may include:

    Please contact Dr. Emdad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Emdad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Emdad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Emdad in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Emdad's office located?

    Occupational Medicine Kaiser Permanente

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

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

    Dr. Emdad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679757769.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emdad?

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

    What is Dr. Payam Emdad's specialty?

    Dr. Emdad is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Payam Emdad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Emdad is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Payam Emdad accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Payam Emdad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Payam Emdad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Emdad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Payam Emdad?

    Please contact Dr. Emdad's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Emdad's office located?

    Dr. Emdad's office is located in San Diego, CA.