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Who is Dr. Falsafi, Otolaryngologist in Lafayette, CA?
Dr. Sassan Falsafi, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Falsafi graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Otolaryngology; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology. Dr. Falsafi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falsafi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falsafi’s office at (925) 299-9919.
Where did Dr. Falsafi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Otolaryngology; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Falsafi board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Sassan Falsafi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Falsafi speak?
Dr. Falsafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Falsafi typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Falsafi 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. Falsafi. 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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Falsafi typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Falsafi 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. Falsafi. 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:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopy
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
Does Dr. Falsafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Falsafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 299-9919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falsafi accept in Lafayette, CA?
Dr. Falsafi in Lafayette, 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
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Falsafi's office located?
Dr. Sassan Falsafi's Primary Practice
911 Moraga Rd Ste 102
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 299-9919
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sassan Falsafi?
Dr. Falsafi has appointments available at his Lafayette, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Sassan Falsafi a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Falsafi has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Falsafi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Falsafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falsafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306956362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falsafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falsafi
What is Dr. Sassan Falsafi's specialty?
Dr. Falsafi is a Otolaryngologist near Lafayette, CA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Sassan Falsafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Falsafi is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
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Is Sassan Falsafi accepting new patients in Lafayette, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sassan Falsafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sassan Falsafi offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Falsafi, or call (925) 299-9919 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sassan Falsafi?
Please contact Dr. Falsafi's office at (925) 299-9919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sassan Falsafi have?
Dr. Sassan Falsafi is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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