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. 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, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Farid typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Farid typically perform?
As a Neuroradiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikdokht Farid may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Farid's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farid's office located?
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.
What does a Neuroradiologist do?
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.
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, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Neuroradiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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