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Dr. Andrew Stephens, MD

Physiatrist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephens, Physiatrist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Stephens, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Stephens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephens’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephens’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Stephens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Stephens typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Stephens typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Stephens may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stephens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stephens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephens accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stephens' office located?

    Dr. Andrew Stephens' Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Stephens affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Stephens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Stanford Health Care - Emeryville,Emeryville, CA

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

    Dr. Stephens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114507993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephens?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Stephens's specialty?

    Dr. Stephens is a Physiatrist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Andrew Stephens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stephens is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Andrew Stephens accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Stephens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Stephens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephens' office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Stephens?

    Please contact Dr. Stephens' office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stephens' office located?

    Dr. Stephens' office is located in Stanford, CA.