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Dr. Navin Mallavaram, MD

Dr. Navin Mallavaram, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Alamo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mallavaram, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Alamo, CA?

    Dr. Navin Mallavaram, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alamo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mallavaram graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Columbia University St. Luke. Dr. Mallavaram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mallavaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mallavaram’s office at (925) 469-9120.

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

    • Fellowship: Pain Management, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital

    • Residency: Columbia University St. Luke | St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mallavaram board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Navin Mallavaram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Mallavaram speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mallavaram typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mallavaram 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. Mallavaram. 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 Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Pain Disorder with Psychological Factors
    • Mental Disorder
    • Pain
    • Psychogenic Pain
    • Chronic Pain with Mental Health Issues
    • Stress-Related Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4542: Pain disorder with related psychological factors

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mallavaram typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mallavaram 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. Mallavaram. 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
    • Cervical Facet Denervation
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
    • Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
    • Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
    • Spine Nerve Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Mallavaram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mallavaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 469-9120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mallavaram accept in Alamo, CA?

    Dr. Mallavaram in Alamo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mallavaram's office located?

    Dr. Navin Mallavaram's Primary Practice

    1505 Saint Alphonsus Way

    Alamo, CA 94507

    (925) 469-9120

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    Dr. Navin Mallavaram's Practice 2

    365 Lennon Ln

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    Dr. Navin Mallavaram's Practice 3

    5924 Stoneridge Dr

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

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

    Dr. Mallavaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962677724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mallavaram?

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

    What is Dr. Navin Mallavaram's specialty?

    Dr. Mallavaram is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Alamo, CA.

    What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

    Is Dr. Navin Mallavaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mallavaram is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. 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. Navin Mallavaram accepting new patients in Alamo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Navin Mallavaram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Navin Mallavaram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mallavaram's office at (925) 469-9120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Navin Mallavaram?

    Please contact Dr. Mallavaram's office at (925) 469-9120 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mallavaram's office located?

    Dr. Mallavaram's offices are located in Alamo, CA, Walnut Creek, CA, and Pleasanton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Navin Mallavaram have?

    Dr. Navin Mallavaram is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.