47 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Habibi, Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mehdi Habibi, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Habibi completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Ottawa Fac Med Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ky Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, General Surgery; St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Habibi is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Habibi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Habibi’s office at (323) 665-4690.
Where did Dr. Habibi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Ottawa Fac Med Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ky Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, General Surgery; St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Shahid Beheshti Univ- Fac Med- Teheran- Iran
What languages does Dr. Habibi speak?
Dr. Habibi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Habibi typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Habibi 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. Habibi. 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 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Habibi typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Habibi 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. Habibi. 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:
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
- Nerve Release Surgery
- Pinched Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Entrapment Release
CPT Codes:
- 64722: Decompression; unspecified nerve(s) (specify)
Also known as:
- Nerve Release Surgery (Microscope)
- Internal Neurolysis
- Microscopic Nerve Release
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64727: Internal neurolysis, requiring use of operating microscope (List separately in addition to code for neuroplasty) (Neuroplasty includes external neurolysis)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Vertebral Body Resection
CPT Codes:
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63081: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, single segment
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Does Dr. Habibi accept my insurance?
Dr. Habibi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 665-4690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Habibi accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Habibi in Los Angeles, 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
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Habibi's office located?
Dr. Mehdi Habibi's Primary Practice
1300 N Vermont Ave Ste 504
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-4690
What is Dr. Habibi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Habibi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083759997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Habibi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Habibi
What is Dr. Mehdi Habibi's specialty?
Dr. Habibi is a Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
Is this Dr. Mehdi Habibi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Habibi is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 Mehdi Habibi accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mehdi Habibi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehdi Habibi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Habibi's office at (323) 665-4690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehdi Habibi?
Please contact Dr. Habibi's office at (323) 665-4690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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