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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghostine, Neurosurgeon in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Samer Ghostine, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghostine is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghostine’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghostine’s office at (310) 423-9710.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ghostine?
Dr. Samer Ghostine, 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. Ghostine empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hills/CA community, Dr. Ghostine is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ghostine speak?
Dr. Ghostine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ghostine treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ghostine 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. Ghostine. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Mid-Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
- Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Thoracic Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Other Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
- Various Spinal Cord Conditions
- Uncommon Spinal Cord Problems
- Specified Spinal Cord Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
- G9589: Other specified diseases of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
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:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bursal Cyst (Other Site)
- Joint Disorder
- Fluid-filled sac in bursa
- Bursa lump
- Cyst on bursa
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7138: Other bursal cyst, other site
Does Dr. Ghostine accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghostine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-9710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghostine accept in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Ghostine in West Hills, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghostine's office located?
Dr. Samer Ghostine's Primary Practice
7300 Medical Center Dr
West Hills, CA 91307
(310) 423-9710
What is Dr. Ghostine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghostine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316150600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghostine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghostine
What is Dr. Samer Ghostine's specialty?
Dr. Ghostine is a Neurosurgeon near West Hills, 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. Ghostine to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samer Ghostine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghostine 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 Samer Ghostine accepting new patients in West Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samer Ghostine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Ghostine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghostine's office at (310) 423-9710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Ghostine?
Please contact Dr. Ghostine's office at (310) 423-9710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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