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Dr. Alexander Krakovsky, MD

La Jolla, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krakovsky, Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Krakovsky, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Krakovsky is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krakovsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krakovsky’s office at (760) 607-5350.

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

    • Medical School: State Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Krakovsky speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Krakovsky typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Krakovsky 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. Krakovsky. 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    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 a Specialist like Dr. Krakovsky typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Krakovsky 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. Krakovsky. 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    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. Krakovsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krakovsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 607-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krakovsky accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Krakovsky in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krakovsky's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Krakovsky's Primary Practice

    7946 Ivanhoe Ave Ste 106

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (760) 607-5350

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    Dr. Alexander Krakovsky's Practice 2

    502 Euclid Ave Ste 200

    National City, CA 91950

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    Dr. Alexander Krakovsky's Practice 3

    8875 La Mesa Blvd Ste C

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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

    Dr. Krakovsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023096443.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krakovsky?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Krakovsky's specialty?

    Dr. Krakovsky is a Specialist near La Jolla, CA.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Krakovsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krakovsky is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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 Alexander Krakovsky accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Krakovsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Krakovsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krakovsky's office at (760) 607-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Krakovsky?

    Please contact Dr. Krakovsky's office at (760) 607-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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