AW
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wang, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Amy Wang, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (858) 246-1758.
What languages does Dr. Wang speak?
Dr. Wang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wang typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- 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
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wang typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 246-1758 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Wang in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Accountable Health Care IPA
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
H & R Block
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Wang's office located?
What is Dr. Wang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053948638.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wang
What is Dr. Amy Wang's specialty?
Dr. Wang is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Amy Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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 Amy Wang accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Wang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Wang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 246-1758 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Wang?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 246-1758 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist Near La Jolla, CA
YC
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Yi Cai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Temecula, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Temecula, CA
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Timothy Furnish, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified.
San Diego, CA
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Mark Wallace, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
San Diego, CA