CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athanassious, Orthopedic Surgeon in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Christian Athanassious, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Petaluma, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Athanassious is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athanassious’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athanassious’s office at (707) 546-1897.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Athanassious?
Dr. Christian Athanassious, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Athanassious empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Petaluma/CA community, Dr. Athanassious is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Athanassious speak?
Dr. Athanassious and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Athanassious treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Athanassious 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. Athanassious. 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.
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Back Muscle Spasm
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Back Muscle Cramp
- Spasms in Back
- Lower Back Spasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62830: Muscle spasm of back
What procedures does Dr. Athanassious perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Athanassious 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. Athanassious. 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.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Interbody)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Additional Segment)
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Thoracic/Lumbar Segment)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- PLIF Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Spine Fusion with Laminectomy
- Lumbar Back Fusion
- Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Lateral Extracavitary Fusion
- Spinal Joint Fusion
- Posterior interbody fusion
- Laminectomy for fusion
- Discectomy for fusion
- Vertebral Fusion Add-on
- Thoracic Spine Fusion
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lateral Extracavitary Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 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)
- 22630: Arthrodesis, posterior interbody technique, including laminectomy and/or discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22533: Arthrodesis, lateral extracavitary technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
- 22632: Arthrodesis, posterior interbody technique, including laminectomy and/or discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22534: Arthrodesis, lateral extracavitary technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); thoracic or lumbar, each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (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:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
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
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Athanassious accept my insurance?
Dr. Athanassious accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 546-1897 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athanassious accept in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Athanassious in Petaluma, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Athanassious' office located?
Dr. Christian Athanassious' Primary Practice
167 Lynch Creek Way
Petaluma, CA 94954
(707) 546-1897
Dr. Christian Athanassious' Practice 2
34 Mark West Springs Rd Ste 300
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
What is Dr. Athanassious's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athanassious's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043471279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athanassious?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athanassious
What is Dr. Christian Athanassious's specialty?
Dr. Athanassious is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Petaluma, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Athanassious to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Athanassious affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athanassious is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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
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Is Christian Athanassious accepting new patients in Petaluma, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Athanassious is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Athanassious offer online booking?
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