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Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia, MD

Physiatrist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahluwalia, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Ahluwalia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahluwalia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahluwalia’s office at (920) 406-9563.

    What languages does Dr. Ahluwalia speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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. Ahluwalia typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Ahluwalia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahluwalia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 406-9563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahluwalia accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahluwalia's office located?

    Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia's Primary Practice

    9610 Granite Ridge Dr Ste A

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (920) 406-9563

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahluwalia affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahluwalia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Ahluwalia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235515586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahluwalia?

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

    What is Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia's specialty?

    Dr. Ahluwalia is a Physiatrist near San Diego, 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. Amrit Ahluwalia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahluwalia is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Amrit Ahluwalia accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahluwalia's office at (920) 406-9563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amrit Ahluwalia?

    Please contact Dr. Ahluwalia's office at (920) 406-9563 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahluwalia's office located?

    Dr. Ahluwalia's office is located in San Diego, CA.