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Dr. Farzad Massoudi, MD

Laguna Hills, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Massoudi, Neurosurgeon in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Farzad Massoudi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Massoudi graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Massoudi is fluent in English, Farsi/Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Massoudi’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. Massoudi’s office at (949) 588-5800.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Massoudi?

    Dr. Farzad Massoudi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Massoudi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Complex, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Laguna Hills/CA community, Dr. Massoudi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Neurological Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Massoudi board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Farzad Massoudi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Massoudi speak?

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

    • English

    • Farsi/Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Massoudi treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Massoudi 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. Massoudi. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    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:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Does Dr. Massoudi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Massoudi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 588-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Massoudi accept in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Massoudi in Laguna Hills, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Massoudi's office located?

    Dr. Farzad Massoudi's Primary Practice

    23961 Calle de la Magdalena Ste 405

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    (949) 588-5800

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

    Dr. Massoudi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437144599.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Massoudi?

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

    What is Dr. Farzad Massoudi's specialty?

    Dr. Massoudi is a Neurosurgeon near Laguna Hills, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Massoudi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Farzad Massoudi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Massoudi is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Farzad Massoudi accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Farzad Massoudi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farzad Massoudi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Massoudi's office at (949) 588-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Farzad Massoudi?

    Please contact Dr. Massoudi's office at (949) 588-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Farzad Massoudi have?

    Dr. Farzad Massoudi is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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