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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khan, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Zafar Khan, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Khan graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Khan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khan’s office at (714) 850-7300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Khan?
Dr. Zafar Khan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Khan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fountain Valley/CA community, Dr. Khan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Khan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khan speak?
Dr. Khan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Khan treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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 Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Mid-Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Neck
- Worn Mid-Neck Discs
- Mid-Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50320: Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region, unspecified level
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Sciatica
- Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Leg Pain from Back
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5430: Sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Upper Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- S32000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Teenage Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
- Adolescent Curved Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of the Upper Back
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Compression Fracture
- Spinal Wedge Fracture
- Broken Upper Back Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Congenital Spondylolisthesis
- Birth Defects
- Slipped vertebra at birth
- Spinal slip defect
- Vertebral displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q762: Congenital spondylolisthesis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Khan perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Zafar Khan 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. Khan's office.
Does Dr. Khan accept my insurance?
Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 850-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Khan in Fountain Valley, 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khan's office located?
Dr. Zafar Khan's Primary Practice
8740 Warner Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 850-7300
What is Dr. Khan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851329874.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khan
What is Dr. Zafar Khan's specialty?
Dr. Khan is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Fountain Valley, 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. Khan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zafar Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with UCI Health - Fountain Valley 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 Zafar Khan accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zafar Khan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zafar Khan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (714) 850-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zafar Khan?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (714) 850-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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