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Dr. Philip Azordegan, MD

Dr. Philip Azordegan, MD

Neurosurgeon

Flowood, MS

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Azordegan, Neurosurgeon in Flowood, MS?

    Dr. Philip Azordegan, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Flowood, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Azordegan graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Azordegan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azordegan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azordegan’s office at (601) 936-0400.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Azordegan?

    Dr. Philip Azordegan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Azordegan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Flowood, MS community, Dr. Azordegan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Azordegan board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Azordegan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Azordegan speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Azordegan 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. Azordegan. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Azordegan 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. Azordegan. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 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)
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Does Dr. Azordegan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azordegan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 936-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azordegan accept in Flowood, MS?

    Dr. Azordegan in Flowood, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AFLAC

    • Continental Life Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • The Araz Group

    • Transamerica

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Azordegan's office located?

    Dr. Philip Azordegan's Primary Practice

    2470 Flowood Dr

    Flowood, MS 39232

    (601) 936-0400

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    Dr. Philip Azordegan's Practice 2

    2100 Highway 61 N

    Vicksburg, MS 39183

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    What hospitals are Dr. Azordegan affiliated with?

    Dr. Azordegan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Merit Health River Oaks,Flowood, MS

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

    Dr. Azordegan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841224367.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azordegan?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Azordegan's specialty?

    Dr. Azordegan is a Neurosurgeon near Flowood, MS.

    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. Philip Azordegan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Azordegan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Merit Health River Oaks. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Philip Azordegan accepting new patients in Flowood, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Azordegan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Azordegan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azordegan's office at (601) 936-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Azordegan?

    Please contact Dr. Azordegan's office at (601) 936-0400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Azordegan's office located?

    Dr. Azordegan's offices are located in Flowood, MS and Vicksburg, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Azordegan have?

    Dr. Philip Azordegan is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.