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Dr. Ali Najafi, MD

Neurosurgeon

Fresno, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Najafi, Neurosurgeon in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Ali Najafi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Najafi graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery. Dr. Najafi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Najafi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Najafi’s office at (559) 449-1100.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine | Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Najafi board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ali Najafi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Najafi speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Najafi typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Najafi 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. Najafi. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Mid-Neck Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion
    • Slipped Disc in Mid-Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Mid-Neck
    • Mid-Cervical Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
    • M50220: Other cervical disc displacement, mid-cervical region, unspecified level

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Najafi typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Najafi 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. Najafi. 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Pain Stimulator Device Revision or Removal
    • Spinal neurostimulator removal
    • Spinal cord stimulator revision
    • Implanted pain device removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 63688: Revision or removal of implanted spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array

    Does Dr. Najafi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Najafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 449-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Najafi accept in Fresno, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Asante

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Najafi's office located?

    Dr. Ali Najafi's Primary Practice

    7130 N Sharon Ave Ste 100

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 449-1100

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    Dr. Ali Najafi's Practice 2

    15 E Audubon Dr

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    Dr. Ali Najafi's Practice 3

    2335 E Kashian Ln

    Fresno, CA 93701

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

    Dr. Najafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124129473.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Najafi?

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

    What is Dr. Ali Najafi's specialty?

    Dr. Najafi is a Neurosurgeon near Fresno, CA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Ali Najafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Najafi is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Dr. Ali Najafi accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ali Najafi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ali Najafi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Najafi's office at (559) 449-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Najafi?

    Please contact Dr. Najafi's office at (559) 449-1100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Najafi's office located?

    Dr. Najafi's office is located in Fresno, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Najafi have?

    Dr. Ali Najafi is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.