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Dr. Ayman Salem, MD

Neurosurgeon

Burbank, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salem, Neurosurgeon in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Ayman Salem, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Salem graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ of British Columbia/BC Children's Hospital. Dr. Salem is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (818) 562-6400.

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

    • Residency: Univ of British Columbia/BC Children's Hospital

    • Medical School: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Salem board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ayman Salem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Salem speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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 Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
    • Lower back nerve decompression
    • Herniated disc surgery (lumbar)
    • Transpedicular spinal decompression
    • Spinal Decompression
    • Transpedicular Decompression
    • Nerve Root Decompression
    • Herniated Disc Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63056: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; lumbar (including transfacet, or lateral extraforaminal approach) (eg, far lateral herniated intervertebral disc)
    • 63057: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; each additional segment, thoracic or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Decompression Surgery
    • Nerve Release Surgery
    • Pinched Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Entrapment Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 64722: Decompression; unspecified nerve(s) (specify)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Laminectomy for Spinal Lesion
    • Lumbar Spinal Lesion Excision
    • Extradural Spinal Lesion Removal
    • Laminectomy for Non-Cancerous Spinal Growth

    CPT Codes:

    • 63267: Laminectomy for excision or evacuation of intraspinal lesion other than neoplasm, extradural; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 562-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in Burbank, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • PIH Health

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salem's office located?

    Dr. Ayman Salem's Primary Practice

    191 S Buena Vista St Ste 370

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (818) 562-6400

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

    Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407849110.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?

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

    What is Dr. Ayman Salem's specialty?

    Dr. Salem is a Neurosurgeon near Burbank, 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 Dr. Ayman Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salem is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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. Ayman Salem accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ayman Salem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ayman Salem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (818) 562-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ayman Salem?

    Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (818) 562-6400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salem's office located?

    Dr. Salem's office is located in Burbank, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ayman Salem have?

    Dr. Ayman Salem is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.