Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar, MD
Falls Church, VA
38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hessamfar, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Hessamfar graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard University Program. Dr. Hessamfar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hessamfar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hessamfar’s office at (703) 289-1400.
Where did Dr. Hessamfar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neonatology, University of Md Hospital, Baltimore, MD USA
Residency: Howard University Program
Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Hessamfar board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology since 1990, American Board of Dermatology since 1993
What languages does Dr. Hessamfar speak?
Dr. Hessamfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hessamfar typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hessamfar 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. Hessamfar. 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:
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Birth Weight
- ELBW baby
- Very low birth weight infant
- Micro-preemie
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 1000-1249 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- ELBW newborn
- Micropremie
- Baby born 500-749 grams
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
- P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
- P0702: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 500-749 grams
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hessamfar typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hessamfar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hessamfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Hessamfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 289-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hessamfar accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Hessamfar in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Selman and company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hessamfar's office located?
Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar's Primary Practice
3300 Gallows Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 289-1400
What is Dr. Hessamfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hessamfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538116363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hessamfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hessamfar
What is Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar's specialty?
Dr. Hessamfar is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Falls Church, VA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hessamfar is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Afsaneh Hessamfar accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hessamfar's office at (703) 289-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afsaneh Hessamfar?
Please contact Dr. Hessamfar's office at (703) 289-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar have?
Dr. Afsaneh Hessamfar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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