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Dr. Gideon Blumstein, MD

Marina del Rey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blumstein, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Marina del Rey, CA?

    Dr. Gideon Blumstein, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Marina del Rey, CA. Dr. Blumstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blumstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blumstein’s office at (310) 448-7840.

    What languages does Dr. Blumstein speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Blumstein typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Blumstein 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. Blumstein. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Blumstein typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Blumstein 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. Blumstein. 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 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Does Dr. Blumstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blumstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 448-7840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blumstein accept in Marina del Rey, CA?

    Dr. Blumstein in Marina del Rey, 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

    • Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blumstein's office located?

    Dr. Gideon Blumstein's Primary Practice

    4640 Admiralty Way Ste 600

    Marina del Rey, CA 90292

    (310) 448-7840

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

    Dr. Blumstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164819207.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blumstein?

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

    What is Dr. Gideon Blumstein's specialty?

    Dr. Blumstein is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Marina del Rey, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

    Is this Dr. Gideon Blumstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blumstein is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Gideon Blumstein accepting new patients in Marina del Rey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gideon Blumstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gideon Blumstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blumstein's office at (310) 448-7840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gideon Blumstein?

    Please contact Dr. Blumstein's office at (310) 448-7840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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