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Dr. Joel Stockman, MD

Dr. Joel Stockman, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stockman, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Joel Stockman, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Stockman completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. Dr. Stockman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stockman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stockman’s office.

    Where did Dr. Stockman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pediatric Anesthesiology, Children's Memorial Medical Center

    • Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University

    • Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com

    Is Dr. Stockman board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Stockman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Anesthesiology since 2010, American Board of Anesthesiology since 2013

    What languages does Dr. Stockman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stockman typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stockman 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. Stockman. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Other Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Other Bronchial Tube Diseases
    • Miscellaneous Airway Disorders
    • Unspecified Bronchial Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9809: Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stockman typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stockman 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. Stockman. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Without Imaging)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection
    • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection (Blind)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62326: Injection(s), including indwelling catheter placement, continuous infusion or intermittent bolus, of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Stockman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stockman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stockman accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Stockman 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stockman's office located?

    Dr. Joel Stockman's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Joel Stockman's Practice 2

    1245 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Stockman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275799033.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stockman?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Stockman's specialty?

    Dr. Stockman is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Joel Stockman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stockman is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Joel Stockman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Stockman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Stockman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stockman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Stockman?

    Please contact Dr. Stockman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Stockman have?

    Dr. Joel Stockman is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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