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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Badie, Neurosurgeon in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Behnam Badie, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Badie is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Badie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Badie’s office at (626) 574-3657.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Badie?
Dr. Behnam Badie, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Badie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the South Pasadena/CA community, Dr. Badie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Badie go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Badie speak?
Dr. Badie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Badie treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Badie 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. Badie. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
What procedures does Dr. Badie perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Badie 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. Badie. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
Also known as:
- Ventricular Puncture
- Brain fluid drainage
- Ventricular tap
- Cerebral ventricle access
CPT Codes:
- 61020: Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole, fontanelle, suture, or implanted ventricular catheter/reservoir; without injection
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
- Shunt aspiration
- Shunt injection
- Reservoir tap
- Ventricular shunt access
CPT Codes:
- 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
Does Dr. Badie accept my insurance?
Dr. Badie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 574-3657 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Badie accept in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Badie in South Pasadena, 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
CalOptima
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Badie's office located?
Dr. Behnam Badie's Primary Practice
209 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 574-3657
What is Dr. Badie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Badie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114026846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Badie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Badie
What is Dr. Behnam Badie's specialty?
Dr. Badie is a Neurosurgeon near South Pasadena, 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. Badie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Behnam Badie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Badie is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Behnam Badie accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Behnam Badie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Behnam Badie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Badie's office at (626) 574-3657 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Behnam Badie?
Please contact Dr. Badie's office at (626) 574-3657 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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