17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghassemi, Neuroradiologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Azad Ghassemi, MD is a Neuroradiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghassemi is fluent in English, French, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghassemi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghassemi’s office at (877) 515-0053.
Is Dr. Ghassemi board certified as a Neuroradiologist?
Yes, Dr. Azad Ghassemi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Ghassemi speak?
Dr. Ghassemi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Persian
What conditions does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Ghassemi typically treat?
As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Ghassemi 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. Ghassemi. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Ghassemi typically perform?
As a Neuroradiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Azad Ghassemi 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. Ghassemi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghassemi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghassemi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 515-0053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghassemi accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ghassemi in Sacramento, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghassemi's office located?
Dr. Azad Ghassemi's Primary Practice
2801 K St Ste 502
Sacramento, CA 95816
(877) 515-0053
What is Dr. Ghassemi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghassemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649442575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghassemi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghassemi
What is Dr. Azad Ghassemi's specialty?
Dr. Ghassemi is a Neuroradiologist near Sacramento, 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. Azad Ghassemi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghassemi is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Uc Davis Medical Center, Mercy General 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
When to see a Neuroradiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Azad Ghassemi accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Azad Ghassemi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azad Ghassemi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemi's office at (877) 515-0053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azad Ghassemi?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemi's office at (877) 515-0053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Azad Ghassemi have?
Dr. Azad Ghassemi is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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