Farah Mahmood, M.D.
Rheumatology • San Clemente, CA
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Last gathered July 10, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Farah Mahmood, M.D. is a rheumatology practice in Lake Forest, CA specializing in rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, autoimmune disorders, gout, and osteoporosis. The practice accepts Medicare and major PPO plans including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and welcomes self-pay patients.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Healthnet PPO, Tricare, Champ VA, Wellcare, Medi Cal and CalOptima not accepted at this time. Please check in-network status with your plan.
Self Pay by cash, Self Pay (cash)
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
accepting new patients
FAQs
What conditions does Dr. Mahmood treat?
Specializes in rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and associated autoimmune disorders, gout and osteoporosis; does not treat chronic pain syndrome or fibromyalgia.
What insurance plans are accepted?
Medicare and major PPOs including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield; Healthnet PPO, Tricare, Champ VA, Wellcare, Medi Cal and CalOptima not accepted.
Contact
Phone: 949-519-0020; Fax: 949-519-0041
Office hours
Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m to 3 p.m (Closed from 12:30 p.m to 1:30 p.m for lunch); Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Closed; Major US holidays: Closed
Social Media
Photos
Photos published by Farah Mahmood, M.D. showing the rheumatology practice in San Clemente, CA.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades: 4.8/5 (33)
- WebMD: 4.0/5 (11)
- Google Reviews (aggregated via BestAround): 4.8/5 (86)
Patients praise
- High level of patient-centered care and thoroughness
- Positive bedside manner and kindness
- Effective at explaining complex medical information
- Professional and efficient office staff
- Strong clinical competence and expertise in rheumatology
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding diagnostic accuracy and treatment plans
- Specific claim of misdiagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
- Reports of side effects from medications prescribed
- Minor mentions of initial appointment delays and phone-only test results
"From the moment Dr. Mahmood stepped into the room I knew she was a kind and caring person. She listened carefully to my symptoms, asked questions and seemed sincerely interested in helping me."
- Patient review via BusinessYab"I then went to two different rheumatologists to... shocked to find out that both of them said I did not have RA and that the diagnosing of Dr. Mahmood was completely incorrect."
- Patient review via WebMDSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- [PDF] Prime Healthcare - Sep 1, 2025
- Farah K. Ahmed - Jun 25, 2026
- [PDF] 2026 Provider Directory - Kaiser Permanente - Jul 1, 2026
- RIHAM M. WAHBA, MD - Care More Health | Whole-Person Care - Dec 17, 2025
- Dr. Zahra Shirmohammadi, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Brentwood, CA - May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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