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Who is Dr. Vokshoor, Neurosurgeon in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Amir Vokshoor, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Vokshoor graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Vokshoor is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vokshoor’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vokshoor’s office at 0088990101.
Where did Dr. Vokshoor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Ohio State University Hospital Program
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Vokshoor board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Amir Vokshoor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vokshoor speak?
Dr. Vokshoor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Vokshoor treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vokshoor 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. Vokshoor. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Vokshoor perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vokshoor 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. Vokshoor. 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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Does Dr. Vokshoor accept my insurance?
Dr. Vokshoor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 0088990101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vokshoor accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Vokshoor in Santa Monica, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vokshoor's office located?
Dr. Amir Vokshoor's Primary Practice
2901 Wilshire Blvd Ste 105
Santa Monica, CA 90403
0088990101
What is Dr. Vokshoor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vokshoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649204983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vokshoor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vokshoor
What is Dr. Amir Vokshoor's specialty?
Dr. Vokshoor is a Neurosurgeon near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Vokshoor to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amir Vokshoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vokshoor is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
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Is Amir Vokshoor accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amir Vokshoor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Vokshoor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vokshoor's office at 0088990101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Vokshoor?
Please contact Dr. Vokshoor's office at 0088990101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amir Vokshoor have?
Dr. Amir Vokshoor is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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