Dr. Afshin Bahador, MD
San Diego, CA
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bahador, Surgical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Afshin Bahador, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Bahador graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at University of Southern California. Dr. Bahador is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bahador’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bahador’s office at (858) 455-5524.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bahador?
Dr. Afshin Bahador, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist 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. Bahador empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Cancer, Endometriosis, Ovarian Cancer, Robotic Surgery, Uterine Cancer, Vulvar & Vaginal Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Bahador is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bahador go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Los Angeles County USC Medical Center Women's and Children's Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology
Residency: University of Southern California | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Bahador board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Bahador, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2006, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2004
What languages does Dr. Bahador speak?
Dr. Bahador and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bahador treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Bahador 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. Bahador. 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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
- C548: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of corpus uteri
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C538: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Other Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Unspecified Abdominal Lump
- Pelvic Swelling
- Internal Abdominal Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1909: Other intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump
What procedures does Dr. Bahador perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Bahador 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. Bahador. 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:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
- Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy with Lymph Node Removal
- Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
- Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Radical Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Lymphadenectomy
- Radical Hysterectomy with Oophorectomy and Salpingectomy (Laparoscopic)
- Abdominal Uterus Removal
- Open Hysterectomy
- Uterus and Cervix Removal
- Ovary and Tube Removal with Hysterectomy
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58548: Laparoscopy, surgical, with radical hysterectomy, with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and para-aortic lymph node sampling (biopsy), with removal of tube(s) and ovary(s), if performed
- 58150: Total abdominal hysterectomy (corpus and cervix), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s);
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Extensive Gynecological Cancer Surgery
- Extensive Pelvic Cancer Surgery
- Ovarian Cancer Debulking Surgery
- Radical Hysterectomy with Lymphadenectomy
- Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy with Omentectomy
- Total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and omentectomy
- Ovarian cancer debulking surgery
- Uterine cancer surgery with lymph node dissection
CPT Codes:
- 58954: Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy with omentectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy and radical dissection for debulking; with pelvic lymphadenectomy and limited para-aortic lymphadenectomy
- 58953: Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy with omentectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy and radical dissection for debulking;
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy for Cancer
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Total Hysterectomy with Omentectomy
- Ovarian Cancer Debulking Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Uterine Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58575: Laparoscopy, surgical, total hysterectomy for resection of malignancy (tumor debulking), with omentectomy including salpingo-oophorectomy, unilateral or bilateral, when performed
Also known as:
- Vaginal Injury Repair (Non-Childbirth)
- Vaginal Suture Repair
- Colporrhaphy
- Vaginal Wall Repair
CPT Codes:
- 57200: Colporrhaphy, suture of injury of vagina (nonobstetrical)
Also known as:
- Extensive Vulvar Lesion Removal
- Vulvar Lesion Destruction
- Laser Surgery for Vulva
- Electrosurgery of Vulva
- Cryosurgery for Vulvar Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 56515: Destruction of lesion(s), vulva; extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
- Laparoscopic Colpopexy
- Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
- Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
- Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse
CPT Codes:
- 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Cervical Cone Biopsy (Conization)
- Cervical Conization
- Cone Biopsy of Cervix
- Cold Knife Conization
- Laser Conization
CPT Codes:
- 57520: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; cold knife or laser
Also known as:
- Removal of Vulvar Lesions (Simple)
- Vulvar Lesion Destruction
- Laser Vulvar Surgery
- Cryosurgery Vulva
- Electrosurgery Vulva
CPT Codes:
- 56501: Destruction of lesion(s), vulva; simple (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Also known as:
- Endocervical Curettage
- Cervical Scraping
- Uterine Neck Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 57505: Endocervical curettage (not done as part of a dilation and curettage)
Also known as:
- Partial Vulva Removal
- Simple Partial Vulvectomy
- Vulvar Excision
- Outer Genital Area Removal
CPT Codes:
- 56620: Vulvectomy simple; partial
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
- Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Also known as:
- Partial Colon Removal with Rectum Connection
- Splenic Flexure Mobilization during Colon Surgery
- Partial Colectomy
- Low Pelvic Anastomosis
- Colon Resection with Coloproctostomy
- Splenic Flexure Take-down
- Colon Flexure Mobilization
- Colon Resection Add-on Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 44145: Colectomy, partial; with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)
- 44139: Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Appendectomy (During Other Surgery)
- Appendix Removal
- Incidental Appendectomy
- Appendectomy with another procedure
CPT Codes:
- 44955: Appendectomy; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (not as separate procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Repair of Perforated Large Intestine
- Colorrhaphy
- Suture of Large Intestine Perforation
- Colon Repair for Injury
- Repair of Bowel Perforation
CPT Codes:
- 44604: Suture of large intestine (colorrhaphy) for perforated ulcer, diverticulum, wound, injury or rupture (single or multiple perforations); without colostomy
Also known as:
- Partial Colon Removal with Small Intestine Connection
- Partial Colectomy with Ileocolostomy
- Ileocecal Resection
- Bowel Resection with Reconnection
CPT Codes:
- 44160: Colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Ureter Release for Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
- Ureterolysis
- Ureter Repositioning
- Release of Ureter from Scar Tissue
CPT Codes:
- 50715: Ureterolysis, with or without repositioning of ureter for retroperitoneal fibrosis
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
Also known as:
- Abdominal Major Artery Ligation
- Abdominal Artery Tying Off
- Major Artery Repair (Abdomen)
- Traumatic Artery Ligation
- Ruptured Artery Closure
CPT Codes:
- 37617: Ligation, major artery (eg, post-traumatic, rupture); abdomen
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
- Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
- Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
- Vascular Flow Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft
Does Dr. Bahador accept my insurance?
Dr. Bahador accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 455-5524 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bahador accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bahador 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bahador's office located?
Dr. Afshin Bahador's Primary Practice
9095 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 425
San Diego, CA 92108
(858) 455-5524
What is Dr. Bahador's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bahador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316963713.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bahador?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bahador
What is Dr. Afshin Bahador's specialty?
Dr. Bahador is a Surgical Oncologist near San Diego, CA. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Bahador to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afshin Bahador affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bahador is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Afshin Bahador accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Bahador is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afshin Bahador offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bahador's office at (858) 455-5524 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afshin Bahador?
Please contact Dr. Bahador's office at (858) 455-5524 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afshin Bahador have?
Dr. Afshin Bahador is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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