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Who is Dr. Aminian, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Orange, CA?
Dr. Afshin Aminian, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Aminian graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), and Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America (POSNA). Dr. Aminian is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aminian’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aminian’s office at (714) 633-2111.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aminian?
Dr. Afshin Aminian, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic 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. Aminian empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Scoliosis, Spinal Deformity-Pediatric, Spinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Orange/CA community, Dr. Aminian is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Aminian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Orthopedic Fellowship: San Diego Children's Hospital, University of California, San Diego
Residency: Northwestern Memorial Hospital | Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Aminian board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Aminian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Aminian speak?
Dr. Aminian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Aminian treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aminian 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. Aminian. 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:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teenage Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
- Adolescent Curved Spine
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wry Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Torticollis
- Cervical Dystonia
- Twisted Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M436: Torticollis
What procedures does Dr. Aminian perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aminian 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. Aminian. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Thoracic Spine Bone Cut (Osteotomy)
- Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
- Spinal Osteotomy Thoracic
- Thoracic Vertebrae Reshaping
- Posterior Spine Osteotomy
- Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
- Vertebral Bone Resection
- Spine Realignment Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22212: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; thoracic
- 22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Cut (Additional Segment)
- Vertebral Osteotomy
- Spine Reshaping Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22216: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Extensive Spinal Fusion for Deformity
- Spinal Fusion for Deformity (7-12 Segments)
- Spinal Deformity Arthrodesis
- Long Segment Spinal Fusion
- Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis
- Major Spine Fusion Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Spine Deformity Correction Surgery
- Multi-Segment Spinal Fusion
- Scoliosis Surgery (Fusion)
CPT Codes:
- 22804: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 13 or more vertebral segments
- 22802: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 7 to 12 vertebral segments
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Extensive Spinal Rod Placement
- Long Segment Spinal Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware (Extensive)
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22844: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 13 or more vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Wire Placement
- Posterior Spinal Instrumentation
- Vertebral Segment Fixation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22843: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Aminian accept my insurance?
Dr. Aminian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 633-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aminian accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Aminian in Orange, 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
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Choice of Alabama
HealthSmart
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Aminian's office located?
Dr. Afshin Aminian's Primary Practice
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 508
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 633-2111
Dr. Afshin Aminian's Practice 2
25982 Pala Ste 230
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 600-8800
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Member
Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
Member
Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America (POSNA)
Member
What is Dr. Aminian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aminian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609805910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aminian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aminian
What is Dr. Afshin Aminian's specialty?
Dr. Aminian is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Orange, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Aminian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afshin Aminian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Aminian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC), Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Afshin Aminian accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Aminian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afshin Aminian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aminian's office at (714) 633-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afshin Aminian?
Please contact Dr. Aminian's office at (714) 633-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afshin Aminian have?
Dr. Afshin Aminian is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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