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Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Internist

Stanford, CA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ehteshami Afshar, Pulmonologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Ehteshami Afshar is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ehteshami Afshar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ehteshami Afshar’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Ehteshami Afshar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ehteshami Afshar typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ehteshami Afshar 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. Ehteshami Afshar. 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:

    • 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • ALS
    • Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ehteshami Afshar typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ehteshami Afshar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ehteshami Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ehteshami Afshar accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office located?

    Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ehteshami Afshar affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ehteshami Afshar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Stanford Health Care Emeryville 5800,Emeryville, CA
    Stanford Health Care Pleasanton 5565,Pleasanton, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA

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

    Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992232565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ehteshami Afshar?

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

    What is Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar's specialty?

    Dr. Ehteshami Afshar is a Pulmonologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ehteshami Afshar is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    No, Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Solmaz Ehteshami Afshar?

    Please contact Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office located?

    Dr. Ehteshami Afshar's office is located in Stanford, CA.