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Dr. Arya Shamie, MD

Santa Monica, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shamie, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Arya Shamie, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Shamie completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Shamie is fluent in English and Farsi/Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamie’s office at (310) 319-3475.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shamie?

    Dr. Arya Shamie, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shamie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Microsurgery, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Cervical, Spinal Tumors, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica, CA community, Dr. Shamie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery | Sf Marys Mc

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Shamie board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Arya Shamie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Shamie speak?

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

    • English

    • Farsi/Persian

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Shamie typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shamie 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. Shamie. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Shamie typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shamie 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. Shamie. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

    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)
    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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)

    Does Dr. Shamie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shamie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-3475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shamie accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Shamie 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shamie's office located?

    Dr. Arya Shamie's Primary Practice

    1131 Wilshire Blvd Ste 100

    Santa Monica, CA 90401

    (310) 319-3475

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    Dr. Arya Shamie's Practice 2

    1250 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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    Dr. Arya Shamie's Practice 3

    403 W Adams Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90007

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

    Dr. Shamie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619073954.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamie?

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

    What is Dr. Arya Shamie's specialty?

    Dr. Shamie is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Santa Monica, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

    Is this Dr. Arya Shamie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shamie is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Arya Shamie accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Arya Shamie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arya Shamie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shamie's office at (310) 319-3475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arya Shamie?

    Please contact Dr. Shamie's office at (310) 319-3475 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arya Shamie have?

    Dr. Arya Shamie is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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