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Dr. Babak Movahedi, MD, PHD

Dr. Babak Movahedi, MD, PHD

Worcester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Movahedi, Transplant Surgeon in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Babak Movahedi, MD, PHD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Movahedi completed his residency at Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel. Dr. Movahedi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Movahedi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Movahedi’s office at (508) 334-2023.

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

    • Fellowship: Lahey Hospitals and Medical Center

    • Residency: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel

    • Medical School: Free University of Brussels, Brussels

    What languages does Dr. Movahedi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Movahedi typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Movahedi 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. Movahedi. 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:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Movahedi typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Movahedi 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. Movahedi. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Movahedi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Movahedi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-2023 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Movahedi accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Movahedi in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Movahedi's office located?

    Dr. Babak Movahedi's Primary Practice

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

    (508) 334-2023

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    Dr. Babak Movahedi's Practice 2

    378 Plantation St

    Worcester, MA 01605

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

    Dr. Movahedi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841502291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Movahedi?

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

    What is Dr. Babak Movahedi's specialty?

    Dr. Movahedi is a Transplant Surgeon near Worcester, MA.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is this Dr. Babak Movahedi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Movahedi is affiliated with Umass Memorial 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 a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. Explore 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 Babak Movahedi accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Movahedi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babak Movahedi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Movahedi's office at (508) 334-2023 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Babak Movahedi?

    Please contact Dr. Movahedi's office at (508) 334-2023 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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