Orthopaedics

Amir Tahernia, M.D.

Rancho Mirage, CA

Dr. Amir Tahernia, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in orthopedic spine surgery at Desert Orthopedic Center in Rancho Mirage, California. He treats a broad spectrum of primary spinal disorders, including trauma, degenerative conditions such as spinal stenosis and lumbar radiculopathy, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive cases. With over 30 years of experience, he serves adult patients, emphasizing both conservative modalities and surgical interventions to improve quali

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education & Training

Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (MD, 1993)
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System (Orthopedic Surgery, 1998)
Fellowship: University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (Spinal Surgery)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

CMS — Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR
2013-2017 (5 years)
CMS — Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR
2013-2017 (5 years)
Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
Palm Springs Life Magazine Castle Connolly — Castle Connolly
2005-2006, 2010-2014 (7 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Spine Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

ScoliosisSpine SurgeryCervical Spine DisordersDegenerative Spine ConditionsLumbar Spine Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Ambetter

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Eisenhower Medical Center
Loma Linda University Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Tahernia treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Tahernia accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Amir Tahernia's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 42 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Tahernia practice?

Amir Tahernia practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with hospital affiliations including Eisenhower Medical Center and Loma Linda University Medical Center.

What does Dr. Tahernia specialize in?

Amir Tahernia is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Spine Surgery.

How long has Dr. Tahernia been practicing?

Amir Tahernia has 33+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Tahernia's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (MD, 1993); Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System (Orthopedic Surgery, 1998); Fellowship: University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (Spinal Surgery).