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Dr. Afshin Salehi, MD

Neurosurgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salehi, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Afshin Salehi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Salehi graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Salehi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salehi’s office at (314) 362-3636.

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

    • Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Salehi speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Salehi typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Salehi 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. Salehi. 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:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Also known as:

    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Salehi typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Salehi 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. Salehi. 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:

    • Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
    • Cranial neurostimulator insertion
    • Deep brain stimulation device placement
    • Brain pacemaker implantation
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • VNS Implantation
    • Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
    • Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
    • Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • CSF Shunt Revision (Brain Shunt Repair)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunt Replacement
    • Brain Shunt Revision
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 62230: Replacement or revision of cerebrospinal fluid shunt, obstructed valve, or distal catheter in shunt system

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
    • Stereotactic Neurosurgery
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Cranial Navigational Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Salehi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salehi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salehi accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Salehi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salehi's office located?

    Department Of Neurological Surgery

    660 S Euclid Ave

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (314) 362-3636

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    What hospitals are Dr. Salehi affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Salehi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Nebraska,Omaha, NE
    Crete Area Medical Center,Crete, NE

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

    Dr. Salehi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427498708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salehi?

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

    What is Dr. Afshin Salehi's specialty?

    Dr. Salehi is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Afshin Salehi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salehi is affiliated with Nebraska Medical Center, Bryan East Campus 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 Dr. Afshin Salehi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Afshin Salehi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Afshin Salehi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salehi's office at (314) 362-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Afshin Salehi?

    Please contact Dr. Salehi's office at (314) 362-3636 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salehi's office located?

    Dr. Salehi's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.