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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arora, Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Tarun Arora, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Arora graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Arora is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arora’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arora’s office at (415) 353-7500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Arora?
Dr. Tarun Arora, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Arora empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Tumors, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Trauma, Spinal Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Arora is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Arora go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Arora speak?
Dr. Arora and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Arora typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Arora 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. Arora. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Does Dr. Arora accept my insurance?
Dr. Arora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arora accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Arora in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Arora's office located?
Department Of Neurological Surgery Ucsf
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-7500
What is Dr. Arora's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538308275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arora?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arora
What is Dr. Tarun Arora's specialty?
Dr. Arora is a Neurosurgeon near San Francisco, 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 this Dr. Tarun Arora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arora is affiliated with Marinhealth Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tarun Arora accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tarun Arora is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarun Arora offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arora's office at (415) 353-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarun Arora?
Please contact Dr. Arora's office at (415) 353-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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