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Who is Dr. Hatefi, Neurosurgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Dustin Hatefi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hatefi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hatefi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hatefi’s office at (714) 456-6966.
What languages does Dr. Hatefi speak?
Dr. Hatefi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Hatefi typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hatefi 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. Hatefi. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
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:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Does Dr. Hatefi accept my insurance?
Dr. Hatefi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-6966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hatefi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hatefi in San Diego, 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
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hatefi's office located?
What is Dr. Hatefi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hatefi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790072106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hatefi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hatefi
What is Dr. Dustin Hatefi's specialty?
Dr. Hatefi is a Neurosurgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Dustin Hatefi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hatefi is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dustin Hatefi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dustin Hatefi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dustin Hatefi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hatefi's office at (714) 456-6966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dustin Hatefi?
Please contact Dr. Hatefi's office at (714) 456-6966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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