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Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh, MD

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saffarzadeh, Thoracic Surgeon in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saffarzadeh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saffarzadeh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saffarzadeh’s office at (714) 997-2224.

    What languages does Dr. Saffarzadeh speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Saffarzadeh treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Saffarzadeh 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. Saffarzadeh. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Cancer Spread to Right Lung
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Right lung cancer
    • Malignant Lung Tumor
    • Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
    • Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
    • Right Lung Metastasis
    • Middle Lobe Lung Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
    • C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
    • C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung
    • C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Other Pleural Condition
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs
    • Rare Pleural Diseases
    • Uncommon Lung Lining Problems
    • Specific Pleural Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
    • J948: Other specified pleural conditions

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Benign Carcinoid Tumor of the Lung
    • Benign Tumor
    • Carcinoid Tumor
    • Lung Disease
    • Carcinoid tumor of bronchus
    • Non-cancerous lung tumor
    • Neuroendocrine tumor of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A090: Benign carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type (Other Sites)
    • Tumor of unknown nature (other locations)
    • Lesion of unknown behavior (various sites)
    • Indeterminate mass (other body parts)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D4989: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other specified sites

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pneumothorax
    • Air in Chest Cavity
    • Lung Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Does Dr. Saffarzadeh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saffarzadeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 997-2224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saffarzadeh accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Saffarzadeh in Orange, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saffarzadeh's office located?

    Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh's Primary Practice

    1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 503

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 997-2224

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    Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh's Practice 2

    26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 226

    Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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    Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh's Practice 3

    4805 NE Glisan St

    Portland, OR 97213

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

    Dr. Saffarzadeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386025401.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saffarzadeh?

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

    What is Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh's specialty?

    Dr. Saffarzadeh is a Thoracic Surgeon near Orange, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Saffarzadeh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saffarzadeh is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Areo Saffarzadeh accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saffarzadeh's office at (714) 997-2224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Areo Saffarzadeh?

    Please contact Dr. Saffarzadeh's office at (714) 997-2224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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