22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aghaloo, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tara Aghaloo, MD, PHD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Aghaloo graduated from University of California. Dr. Aghaloo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aghaloo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aghaloo’s office at (310) 825-0834.
Where did Dr. Aghaloo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Aghaloo speak?
Dr. Aghaloo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Aghaloo typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Aghaloo 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. Aghaloo. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
- M8730: Other secondary osteonecrosis, unspecified bone
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Leukoplakia
- Mouth Disorder
- White Patches in Mouth
- Oral Leukoplakia
- Smoker's Keratosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Unknown Site
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
- Secondary Cancer, Unspecified Location
- Cancer of Unknown Origin
ICD-10 Codes:
- C799: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Non-cancerous jaw growth
- Benign mandible neoplasm
- Jaw lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Other Jaw Joint Disorder (TMJ)
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Specific TMJ problems
- Uncommon jaw joint issues
- Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2669: Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Aghaloo typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Aghaloo 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. Aghaloo. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
- Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Surgical Bone Biopsy
- Humeral Shaft Biopsy
- Femoral Shaft Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- TMJ Manipulation with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Temporomandibular Disorders
- Jaw joint manipulation
- Therapeutic TMJ procedure
- TMJ adjustment under anesthesia
CPT Codes:
- 21073: Manipulation of temporomandibular joint(s) (TMJ), therapeutic, requiring an anesthesia service (ie, general or monitored anesthesia care)
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
CPT Codes:
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
Also known as:
- Complex Mouth Lesion Removal
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Mouth Tumor Removal
- Complex Oral Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40816: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; complex, with excision of underlying muscle
Also known as:
- Tongue Lesion Removal (Front Two-Thirds)
- Anterior Tongue Lesion Excision
- Tongue Growth Removal
- Tongue Biopsy and Closure
CPT Codes:
- 41112: Excision of lesion of tongue with closure; anterior two-thirds
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Aghaloo accept my insurance?
Dr. Aghaloo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-0834 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aghaloo accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Aghaloo in Los Angeles, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aghaloo's office located?
Dr. Tara Aghaloo's Primary Practice
100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 460
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 825-0834
What is Dr. Aghaloo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aghaloo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740464692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aghaloo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aghaloo
What is Dr. Tara Aghaloo's specialty?
Dr. Aghaloo is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Tara Aghaloo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aghaloo 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 Tara Aghaloo accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Aghaloo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Aghaloo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aghaloo's office at (310) 825-0834 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Aghaloo?
Please contact Dr. Aghaloo's office at (310) 825-0834 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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