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About Dr. G Reza H. Farsad
Background and practice information
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad is a general surgeon with over 62 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Palm Springs, CA area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 1964.
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with heart attack and stroke prevention, bacterial infections, moderate to severe pain, and related conditions, as well as performing colonoscopy procedures for colorectal screening and diagnosis, open groin hernia repair, coronary artery bypass graft. In addition to general surgery, he also specializes in thoracic surgery and vascular surgery.
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad is in-network with 5 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and 2 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery
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1401 N Palm Canyon
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 320-3538
Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. G Reza H. Farsad
Dr. G Reza Farsad is a general surgeon in Palm Springs, CA. The following procedures reflect Dr. Farsad's clinical practice based on data reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Colonoscopy
Dr. Farsad also performs colonoscopy procedures for colorectal screening and diagnosis.
Hernia repair - groin (open)
Dr. Farsad also performs open groin hernia repair (inguinal hernia) surgeries.
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
Dr. Farsad also performs coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries, commonly known as heart bypass surgery.
Leg revascularization (restoring blood flow)
Dr. Farsad also performs leg revascularization procedures to restore blood flow in the lower extremities.
Services & Procedures
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care.
Office Visits
81 servicesDr. G Reza H. Farsad provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 74% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
89 servicesDr. G Reza H. Farsad manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including daily hospital rounds and hospital admission. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 78% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad's treatment approach includes prescribing Clopidogrel Bisulfate (Clopidogrel), Cephalexin, Tramadol Hcl for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating heart attack and stroke prevention, bacterial infections, moderate to severe pain.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. G Reza H. Farsad accepts 30 plans from 5 insurers, including Cigna, Aetna, Humana.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $105 in payments to Dr. G Reza H. Farsad in 2024, primarily from Edwards Lifesciences Corporation for food and beverage. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
Top Paying Companies
Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About General Surgery
Specialty overview and common conditions
A general surgeon is a physician who specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases affecting the abdomen, digestive tract, skin, soft tissues, breast, thyroid, and other organs. These highly trained specialists perform both emergency and elective surgeries, ranging from minimally invasive laparo...
Common conditions treated by general surgery specialists:
- Appendicitis
- Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease
- Hernias (Inguinal, Umbilical, Incisional, Ventral)
- Breast Disease and Breast Cancer
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G Reza H. Farsad
Does Dr. Farsad accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Farsad accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Farsad and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Farsad accept?
Dr. Farsad is in-network with 5 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Humana, Medicare. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Farsad's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Farsad offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Farsad does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other general surgery providers in Palm Springs who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Farsad treat?
As a general surgery specialist, Dr. Farsad commonly treats conditions including appendicitis, gallstones and gallbladder disease, hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, ventral), breast disease and breast cancer, thyroid nodules and goiter, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Farsad commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Farsad commonly prescribes medications including Clopidogrel Bisulfate, Cephalexin, Tramadol Hcl. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Farsad during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Farsad go to medical school?
Dr. Farsad completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 1964, bringing over 62 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Farsad's office located?
Dr. Farsad practices at 1401 N PALM CANYON, Palm Springs, CA 92262. You can reach the office by calling (760) 320-3538.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Farsad?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Farsad, call the office at (760) 320-3538. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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