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Who is Dr. Ghaffar, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Samia Ghaffar, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ghaffar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaffar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaffar’s office at (559) 320-0530.
What languages does Dr. Ghaffar speak?
Dr. Ghaffar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ghaffar treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ghaffar 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. Ghaffar. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
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 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of Lower Back Bone
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar wedge fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral compression fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32000S: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, sequela
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Which procedures does Dr. Ghaffar perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Samia Ghaffar may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghaffar's office.
Does Dr. Ghaffar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghaffar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 320-0530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaffar accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Ghaffar in Fresno, 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
Blue Shield of California
Bright Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Ghaffar's office located?
Dr. Samia Ghaffar's Primary Practice
45 E River Park Pl W Ste 104
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 320-0530
What is Dr. Ghaffar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093004988.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaffar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghaffar
What is Dr. Samia Ghaffar's specialty?
Dr. Ghaffar is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Fresno, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Ghaffar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samia Ghaffar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghaffar is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Clovis Community 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 Samia Ghaffar accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samia Ghaffar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samia Ghaffar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffar's office at (559) 320-0530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samia Ghaffar?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffar's office at (559) 320-0530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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