29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhavan, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Mehras Akhavan, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Sherman Oaks, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Akhavan graduated from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Akhavan is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhavan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhavan’s office.
Where did Dr. Akhavan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Shahid Beheshti Univ- Fac Med- Teheran- Iran | Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Akhavan speak?
Dr. Akhavan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Akhavan typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Akhavan 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. Akhavan. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Disc Disease
- Neck Disc Problems
- Slipped Disc in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5090: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Akhavan typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Akhavan 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. Akhavan. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: 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); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Akhavan accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhavan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhavan accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Akhavan in Sherman Oaks, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?
What is Dr. Akhavan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhavan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497817332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhavan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhavan
What is Dr. Mehras Akhavan's specialty?
Dr. Akhavan is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Sherman Oaks, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Mehras Akhavan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhavan is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
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Is Mehras Akhavan accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mehras Akhavan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehras Akhavan offer online booking?
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How can I make an appointment with Mehras Akhavan?
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4940 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 105
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403