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Dr. Bahador Tafazoli, MD

Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine

Huntsville, AL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tafazoli, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Bahador Tafazoli, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Tafazoli graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baptist Outreach Serv, Family Medicine. Dr. Tafazoli is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tafazoli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tafazoli’s office at (256) 265-5864.

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

    • Residency: Baptist Outreach Serv, Family Medicine | Baptist Outreach Services (Montgomery) Program

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tafazoli board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine?

    Yes, Dr. Bahador Tafazoli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tafazoli speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine like Dr. Tafazoli typically treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, Dr. Tafazoli 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. Tafazoli. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness with Long Sleep
    • Other Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Idiopathic hypersomnia
    • Long sleeper syndrome
    • Unexplained excessive sleep
    • Uncommon Sleep Problems
    • Rare Sleep Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4711: Idiopathic hypersomnia with long sleep time
    • G478: Other sleep disorders

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Management
    • Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
    • Implantable Neurostimulator Care
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator

    Also known as:

    • Narcolepsy
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Excessive daytime sleepiness
    • Sudden sleep attacks
    • Type 2 narcolepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy

    What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine like Dr. Tafazoli typically perform?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, procedures performed by Dr. Bahador Tafazoli may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tafazoli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tafazoli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tafazoli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tafazoli accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Tafazoli in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other TPA

    • Selman and company

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    Where is Dr. Tafazoli's office located?

    Dr. Bahador Tafazoli's Primary Practice

    420 Lowell Dr SE Fl 5

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 265-5864

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    Dr. Bahador Tafazoli's Practice 2

    1201 7th St SE

    Decatur, AL 35601

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    Dr. Bahador Tafazoli's Practice 3

    1705 Main Ave SW Ste B

    Cullman, AL 35055

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tafazoli affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tafazoli has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cullman Regional Medical Center,Cullman, AL
    Decatur Morgan Hospital,Decatur, AL

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

    Dr. Tafazoli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811984149.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tafazoli?

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

    What is Dr. Bahador Tafazoli's specialty?

    Dr. Tafazoli is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine near Huntsville, AL.

    What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine do?

    A Family Medicine Physician with specialization in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and primarily focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of all ages and utilize multidisciplinary approaches. Conditions managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

    Is Dr. Bahador Tafazoli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tafazoli is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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

    When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Bahador Tafazoli accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Bahador Tafazoli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bahador Tafazoli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tafazoli's office at (256) 265-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bahador Tafazoli?

    Please contact Dr. Tafazoli's office at (256) 265-5864 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tafazoli's office located?

    Dr. Tafazoli's offices are located in Huntsville, AL, Decatur, AL, and Cullman, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bahador Tafazoli have?

    Dr. Bahador Tafazoli is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.