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Who is Dr. Farjoodi, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Payam Farjoodi, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Farjoodi graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Farjoodi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farjoodi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farjoodi’s office at (714) 850-7300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Farjoodi?
Dr. Payam Farjoodi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Farjoodi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fountain Valley/CA community, Dr. Farjoodi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Farjoodi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Farjoodi speak?
Dr. Farjoodi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Farjoodi treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Farjoodi 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. Farjoodi. 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.
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:
- Mid-Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Neck
- Worn Mid-Neck Discs
- Mid-Cervical Spondylosis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50320: Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region, unspecified level
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of Lower Back Bone
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar wedge fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral compression fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Back
- Worn Mid-Back Discs
- Thoracic Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5134: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Teenage Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
- Adolescent Curved Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of the Upper Back
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Compression Fracture
- Spinal Wedge Fracture
- Broken Upper Back Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Farjoodi perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Payam Farjoodi may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Farjoodi's office.
Does Dr. Farjoodi accept my insurance?
Dr. Farjoodi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 850-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farjoodi accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Farjoodi in Fountain Valley, 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Farjoodi's office located?
Dr. Payam Farjoodi's Primary Practice
8740 Warner Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 850-7300
What is Dr. Farjoodi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farjoodi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841336385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farjoodi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farjoodi
What is Dr. Payam Farjoodi's specialty?
Dr. Farjoodi is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Fountain Valley, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Farjoodi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Payam Farjoodi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farjoodi is affiliated with UCI Health - Fountain Valley 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 Payam Farjoodi accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Payam Farjoodi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Payam Farjoodi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farjoodi's office at (714) 850-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Payam Farjoodi?
Please contact Dr. Farjoodi's office at (714) 850-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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