Dr. Joshua Prager, MD
Los Angeles, CA
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prager, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Joshua Prager, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Prager completed his residency at Mass Genl Hospital. Dr. Prager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prager’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prager’s office at (310) 264-7246.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prager?
Dr. Joshua Prager, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Prager empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain Management, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), Spinal Cord Stimulation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Prager is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Prager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Genl Hospital | U.C.L.A. Medical Center | Stanford University, Medical Oncology | Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: STANFORD UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Prager board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Prager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prager speak?
Dr. Prager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prager typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prager 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. Prager. 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:
- Complex regional pain syndrome of left arm
- Complex regional pain syndrome of right leg
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- CRPS left arm
- RSD left upper limb
- Left arm nerve pain
- CRPS right leg
- RSD right lower limb
- Right leg nerve pain
- CRPS Type 1
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- RSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90512: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left upper limb
- G90521: Complex regional pain syndrome I of right lower limb
- G90522: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prager typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prager 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. Prager. 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 Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block
- Sympathetic Nerve Block (Back)
- Paravertebral Sympathetic Injection
- Lower Back Nerve Block for Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64520: Injection, anesthetic agent; lumbar or thoracic (paravertebral sympathetic)
Also known as:
- Stellate Ganglion Nerve Block
- Cervical Sympathetic Block
- Stellate Ganglion Injection
- Nerve Block for Pain
- Sympathetic Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64510: Injection, anesthetic agent; stellate ganglion (cervical sympathetic)
Does Dr. Prager accept my insurance?
Dr. Prager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 264-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prager accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Prager in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
Cigna Group
HealthSmart
MultiPlan
Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prager's office located?
Dr. Joshua Prager's Primary Practice
100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 760
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 264-7246
What is Dr. Prager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518070358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prager
What is Dr. Joshua Prager's specialty?
Dr. Prager is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, 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. Joshua Prager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prager is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Prager accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Prager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Prager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prager's office at (310) 264-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Prager?
Please contact Dr. Prager's office at (310) 264-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Prager have?
Dr. Joshua Prager is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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