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Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nik-Ahd, Urologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nik-Ahd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nik-Ahd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nik-Ahd’s office at (415) 353-7171.

    What languages does Dr. Nik-Ahd speak?

    Dr. Nik-Ahd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Nik-Ahd typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Nik-Ahd 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. Nik-Ahd. 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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria
    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate
    • Bladder retention
    • Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Nik-Ahd typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Nik-Ahd 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. Nik-Ahd. 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 and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Nik-Ahd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nik-Ahd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nik-Ahd accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Nik-Ahd in San Francisco, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nik-Ahd's office located?

    Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave # A633

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-7171

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    Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd's Practice 2

    3100 San Pablo Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94702

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

    Dr. Nik-Ahd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780144568.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nik-Ahd?

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

    What is Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd's specialty?

    Dr. Nik-Ahd is a Urologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is this Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nik-Ahd is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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 Farnoosh Nik-Ahd accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farnoosh Nik-Ahd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nik-Ahd's office at (415) 353-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Farnoosh Nik-Ahd?

    Please contact Dr. Nik-Ahd's office at (415) 353-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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