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Dr. Nikdokht Farid, MD

Dr. Nikdokht Farid, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farid, Neuroradiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Nikdokht Farid, MD is a Neuroradiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Farid graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Farid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farid’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farid’s office.

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

    • Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Assistant Professor

    Is Dr. Farid board certified in Neuroradiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nikdokht Farid, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology since 2012, American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Farid speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Farid treat?

    As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Farid 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. Farid. 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:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
    • Unusual CNS imaging results
    • Other neurological scan abnormalities
    • Brain imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified White Matter Disease
    • White matter changes in brain
    • Brain white matter abnormality
    • Leukoencephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9082: White matter disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Which procedures does Dr. Farid perform as a Neuroradiologist?

    As a Neuroradiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikdokht Farid may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Farid's office.

    Does Dr. Farid accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farid accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Farid in San Diego, 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

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Farid's office located?

    Dr. Nikdokht Farid's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Nikdokht Farid's Practice 2

    408 Dickinson St

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Nikdokht Farid's Practice 3

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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

    Dr. Farid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205151172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farid?

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

    What is Dr. Nikdokht Farid's specialty?

    Dr. Farid is a Neuroradiologist near San Diego, CA. A neuroradiologist is an expert who diagnoses and treats diseases using imaging procedures related to the brain, spine, spinal cord, head, neck, and sensory organs in both adults and children. Contact Dr. Farid to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nikdokht Farid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farid is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neuroradiologist?

    Explore Neuroradiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nikdokht Farid accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nikdokht Farid is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikdokht Farid offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farid's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nikdokht Farid?

    Please contact Dr. Farid's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nikdokht Farid have?

    Dr. Nikdokht Farid is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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