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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cristiano, Neuroradiologist in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Brian Cristiano, MD is a Neuroradiologist, who primarily practices in Temecula, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cristiano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristiano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristiano’s office at (310) 222-2700.
What languages does Dr. Cristiano speak?
Dr. Cristiano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Cristiano typically treat?
As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Cristiano 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. Cristiano. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Cristiano typically perform?
As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Cristiano 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. Cristiano. 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:
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
- Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
- Subclavian Artery Catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Intracranial Thrombectomy (Stroke Treatment)
- Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke
- Brain Clot Removal (Percutaneous)
- Intracranial Thrombolysis
- Endovascular Stroke Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61645: Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram
- Spinal cord imaging
- Lumbosacral myelography
- Spinal dye injection X-ray
- Myelogram of lower back
CPT Codes:
- 62304: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; lumbosacral
Does Dr. Cristiano accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristiano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristiano accept in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Cristiano in Temecula, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Heritage Health
Humana
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cristiano's office located?
Dr. Brian Cristiano's Primary Practice
31700 Temecula Pkwy
Temecula, CA 92592
(310) 222-2700
What hospitals are Dr. Cristiano affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cristiano has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach,Newport Beach, CA
Ranked Urologic Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach,Newport Beach, CA
Ranked Urologic Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Temecula Valley Hospital,Temecula, CARanked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Temecula Valley Hospital,Temecula, CA
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Riverside Community Hospital,Riverside, CARanked Spine Surgery
Riverside Community Hospital,Riverside, CA
Ranked Spine Surgery
Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center,Anaheim, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hysterectomy
Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center,Anaheim, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hysterectomy
Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo,Mission Viejo, CARanked C-section surgery
Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo,Mission Viejo, CA
Ranked C-section surgery
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla,La Jolla, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla,La Jolla, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
What is Dr. Cristiano's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristiano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205239795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristiano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristiano
What is Dr. Brian Cristiano's specialty?
Dr. Cristiano is a Neuroradiologist near Temecula, CA.
What does a Neuroradiologist do?
A neuroradiologist is an expert who diagnoses and treats diseases using imaging procedures related to the brain, spine, spinal cord, head, neck, and sensory organs in both adults and children.
Is Dr. Brian Cristiano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cristiano is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Temecula Valley Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Dr. Brian Cristiano accepting new patients in Temecula, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Cristiano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Cristiano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristiano's office at (310) 222-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Cristiano?
Please contact Dr. Cristiano's office at (310) 222-2700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Cristiano's office located?
Dr. Cristiano's offices are located in Temecula, CA, Torrance, CA, and Loma Linda, CA.
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