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Dr. Mersedeh Karimian, DO

Dr. Mersedeh Karimian, DO

Apple Valley, CA

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    Who is Dr. Karimian, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Mersedeh Karimian, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Karimian graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Saint Josephs Hospital & Med Center. She is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Karimian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karimian’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karimian’s office at (760) 242-3232.

    Where did Dr. Karimian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Saint Josephs Hospital & Med Center

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karimian speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Karimian treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Karimian 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. Karimian. 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 and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Mid-Neck Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
    • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
    • Slipped Disc in Mid-Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Mid-Neck
    • Mid-Cervical Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
    • M50220: Other cervical disc displacement, mid-cervical region, unspecified level

    Also known as:

    • Panniculitis of Lower Back and Tailbone Area
    • Panniculitis of Lower Back
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Inflammation of Fat Layer in Lumbosacral Area
    • Lumbosacral Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder of Lower Back
    • Inflammation of Fat Layer in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Panniculitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5407: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, lumbosacral region
    • M5406: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone 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
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Displacement
    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Neck
    • Bulging Disc in Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50222: Other cervical disc displacement at C5-C6 level
    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Forms of Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Unspecified Arthritis
    • Arthritis Not Elsewhere Classified
    • Joint Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1380: Other specified arthritis, unspecified site

    Which procedures does Dr. Karimian perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Karimian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karimian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 242-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karimian accept in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Karimian in Apple Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • OptumRx

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karimian's office located?

    Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's Primary Practice

    18300 US Highway 18

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

    (760) 242-3232

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    Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's Practice 2

    35800 Bob Hope Dr Ste 100

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's Practice 3

    72650 Fred Waring Dr

    Palm Desert, CA 92260

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Osteopathic Association, DO

    Member

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

    Dr. Karimian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952516304.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karimian?

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

    What is Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's specialty?

    Dr. Karimian is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Apple Valley, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Karimian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mersedeh Karimian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Karimian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Apple Valley, CA. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Mersedeh Karimian accepting new patients in Apple Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mersedeh Karimian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mersedeh Karimian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karimian's office at (760) 242-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mersedeh Karimian?

    Please contact Dr. Karimian's office at (760) 242-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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