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Who is Dr. Farrukh, Neurosurgeon in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Abdallah Farrukh, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Farrukh graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Farrukh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farrukh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farrukh’s office at (661) 945-6931.
Where did Dr. Farrukh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery | The Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Farrukh board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Abdallah Farrukh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Farrukh speak?
Dr. Farrukh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farrukh typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farrukh 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. Farrukh. 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.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farrukh typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farrukh 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. Farrukh. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Paravertebral facet injection
- Neck/upper back pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Farrukh accept my insurance?
Dr. Farrukh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-6931 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farrukh accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Farrukh in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farrukh's office located?
Dr. Abdallah Farrukh's Primary Practice
42135 10th St W Ste 301
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 945-6931
What is Dr. Farrukh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farrukh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932135266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farrukh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farrukh
What is Dr. Abdallah Farrukh's specialty?
Dr. Farrukh is a Neurosurgeon near Lancaster, 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. Abdallah Farrukh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farrukh is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian 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
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Is Abdallah Farrukh accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Abdallah Farrukh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abdallah Farrukh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farrukh's office at (661) 945-6931 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abdallah Farrukh?
Please contact Dr. Farrukh's office at (661) 945-6931 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abdallah Farrukh have?
Dr. Abdallah Farrukh is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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