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Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh, MD

Anesthesiologist

Riverside, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Firouzbakhsh, Anesthesiologist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Firouzbakhsh graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Firouzbakhsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Firouzbakhsh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Firouzbakhsh’s office at (909) 353-2000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Firouzbakhsh board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Firouzbakhsh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Firouzbakhsh typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Firouzbakhsh 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. Firouzbakhsh. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Firouzbakhsh typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh may include:

    Please contact Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Firouzbakhsh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Firouzbakhsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 353-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Firouzbakhsh accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Firouzbakhsh in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office located?

    Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh's Primary Practice

    10800 Magnolia Ave

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (909) 353-2000

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

    Dr. Firouzbakhsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548331580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Firouzbakhsh?

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

    What is Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh's specialty?

    Dr. Firouzbakhsh is an Anesthesiologist near Riverside, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Firouzbakhsh is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office at (909) 353-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh?

    Please contact Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office at (909) 353-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office located?

    Dr. Firouzbakhsh's office is located in Riverside, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh have?

    Dr. Sima Firouzbakhsh is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.