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Dr. Shahriar Pirouz, MD
San Luis Obispo, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pirouz, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Shahriar Pirouz, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pirouz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pirouz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pirouz’s office at (805) 544-7246.
Is Dr. Pirouz board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Shahriar Pirouz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pirouz speak?
Dr. Pirouz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pirouz typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pirouz 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. Pirouz. 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:
- 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
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pirouz typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pirouz 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. Pirouz. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Pirouz accept my insurance?
Dr. Pirouz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 544-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pirouz accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Pirouz in San Luis Obispo, 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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Pirouz's office located?
Dr. Shahriar Pirouz's Primary Practice
10 Santa Rosa St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 544-7246
What is Dr. Pirouz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pirouz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922201508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pirouz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pirouz
What is Dr. Shahriar Pirouz's specialty?
Dr. Pirouz is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near San Luis Obispo, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shahriar Pirouz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pirouz is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Shahriar Pirouz accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shahriar Pirouz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahriar Pirouz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pirouz's office at (805) 544-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahriar Pirouz?
Please contact Dr. Pirouz's office at (805) 544-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shahriar Pirouz have?
Dr. Shahriar Pirouz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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