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Dr. Bauback Safa

Dr. Bauback Safa

Plastic Hand Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safa, Plastic Hand Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Bauback Safa is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Safa graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Safa is fluent in English, French, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safa’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safa’s office at (415) 565-6136.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Safa?

    Dr. Bauback Safa is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Hand 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. Safa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand & Microvascular Surgery, Hand Reconstruction, Hand Surgery, Reconstructive Microvascular Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Safa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery

    • Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Safa board certified as a Plastic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bauback Safa is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Safa speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Safa typically treat?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Safa 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. Safa. 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:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Left Hand
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Left hand rigidity
    • Limited left hand movement
    • Left hand immobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25642: Stiffness of left hand, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Left Hand Contracture
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Joint Disorder
    • Stiff Left Hand
    • Left Hand Joint Stiffness
    • Limited Left Hand Movement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M24542: Contracture, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    What procedures does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Safa typically perform?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Safa 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. Safa. 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:

    • Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
    • Finger Joint Capsulectomy
    • Finger Joint Capsulotomy
    • Interphalangeal Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint

    Also known as:

    • Tendon Release Surgery for Hand or Finger
    • Complex Finger Tendon Release
    • Extensor tenolysis
    • Tendon freeing surgery
    • Hand tendon surgery
    • Extensor Tendon Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Adhesion Release
    • Forearm Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26445: Tenolysis, extensor tendon, hand OR finger, each tendon
    • 26449: Tenolysis, complex, extensor tendon, finger, including forearm, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Release of Finger or Palm Tendon
    • Flexor Tendon Tenolysis
    • Tendon Release Surgery (Hand)
    • Finger Tendon Adhesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26440: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm OR finger, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Finger Joint Surgery
    • Capsulectomy Finger
    • Capsulotomy Finger Joint
    • MCP Joint Surgery
    • Finger Joint Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 26520: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; metacarpophalangeal joint, each joint

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Repair with Donor Nerve Graft
    • Nerve Graft Surgery
    • Allograft Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 64912: Nerve repair; with nerve allograft, each nerve, first strand (cable)

    Does Dr. Safa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 565-6136 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safa accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Safa's office located?

    Dr. Bauback Safa's Primary Practice

    45 Castro St Ste 121

    San Francisco, CA 94114

    (415) 565-6136

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

    Dr. Safa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093833980.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safa?

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

    What is Dr. Bauback Safa's specialty?

    Dr. Safa is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Plastic Hand Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods.

    Is Dr. Bauback Safa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safa is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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

    When to see a Plastic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Bauback Safa accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bauback Safa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bauback Safa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (415) 565-6136 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bauback Safa?

    Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (415) 565-6136 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Safa's office located?

    Dr. Safa's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bauback Safa have?

    Dr. Bauback Safa is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.