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Dr. Ardavan Afshar, MD

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Afshar, Diagnostic Radiologist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Ardavan Afshar, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Afshar graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Neuroradiology; Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afshar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar’s office at (951) 788-3400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Neuroradiology; Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Afshar board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ardavan Afshar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Afshar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Afshar treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Afshar perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ardavan Afshar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Afshar's office.

    Does Dr. Afshar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 788-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Afshar in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Afshar's office located?

    Dr. Ardavan Afshar's Primary Practice

    4445 Magnolia Ave

    Riverside, CA 92501

    (951) 788-3400

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    Dr. Ardavan Afshar's Practice 2

    18300 US Highway 18

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

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    Dr. Ardavan Afshar's Practice 3

    4000 14th St Ste 109

    Riverside, CA 92501

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

    Dr. Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063413920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar?

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

    What is Dr. Ardavan Afshar's specialty?

    Dr. Afshar is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Riverside, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Afshar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ardavan Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Afshar is affiliated with St. Bernardine Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Riverside University Health System Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is Ardavan Afshar accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ardavan Afshar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ardavan Afshar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (951) 788-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ardavan Afshar?

    Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (951) 788-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ardavan Afshar have?

    Dr. Ardavan Afshar is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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