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Dr. Joseph Yazdi, MD

Neurosurgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yazdi, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Joseph Yazdi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yazdi completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Yazdi is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yazdi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yazdi’s office at (314) 739-2955.

    Where did Dr. Yazdi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Yazdi board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Yazdi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Yazdi speak?

    Dr. Yazdi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yazdi typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yazdi 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. Yazdi. 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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yazdi typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yazdi 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. Yazdi. 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 Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
    • Epidural neurostimulator placement
    • Percutaneous spinal stimulator
    • SCS implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Neck Disc Replacement
    • Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
    • Cervical Total Disc Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical

    Does Dr. Yazdi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yazdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 739-2955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yazdi accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Yazdi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yazdi's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Yazdi's Primary Practice

    1034 S Brentwood Blvd Ste 754

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

    (314) 739-2955

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    Dr. Joseph Yazdi's Practice 2

    7721 Clayton Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

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    Dr. Joseph Yazdi's Practice 3

    15425 Manchester Rd Ste 28

    Ballwin, MO 63011

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    60% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Joseph Yazdi an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Yazdi has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Yazdi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Yazdi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yazdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972500981.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yazdi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yazdi

    What is Dr. Joseph Yazdi's specialty?

    Dr. Yazdi is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Dr. Joseph Yazdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yazdi is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Anderson Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital Southeast which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Joseph Yazdi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Yazdi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Yazdi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yazdi's office at (314) 739-2955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Yazdi?

    Please contact Dr. Yazdi's office at (314) 739-2955 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yazdi's office located?

    Dr. Yazdi's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO and Ballwin, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Yazdi have?

    Dr. Joseph Yazdi is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.