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Dr. Philip Rosenthal, MD

Dr. Philip Rosenthal, MD

Bakersfield, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rosenthal, Neurosurgeon in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Philip Rosenthal, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rosenthal completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Rosenthal is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rosenthal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rosenthal’s office.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Rosenthal board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Rosenthal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rosenthal speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rosenthal treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rosenthal 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. Rosenthal. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical 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:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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 Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Fusion of Neck Spine
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Fused Neck Vertebrae
    • Cervical Spine Fusion
    • Neck Ankylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Valley Fever Meningitis
    • Meningitis
    • Valley Fever
    • Fungal meningitis (Valley Fever)
    • Coccidioidal meningitis
    • Brain infection from Valley Fever

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B384: Coccidioidomycosis meningitis

    Does Dr. Rosenthal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rosenthal 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. Rosenthal accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Rosenthal in Bakersfield, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rosenthal's office located?

    Dr. Philip Rosenthal's Primary Practice

    2323 16th St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    Dr. Philip Rosenthal's Practice 2

    3001 Sillect Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93308

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    Dr. Philip Rosenthal's Practice 3

    4860 Y St Ste 100

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-4300

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

    Dr. Rosenthal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205815073.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rosenthal?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Rosenthal's specialty?

    Dr. Rosenthal is a Neurosurgeon near Bakersfield, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Rosenthal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Rosenthal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rosenthal is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Philip Rosenthal accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Rosenthal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Rosenthal offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Rosenthal?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Rosenthal have?

    Dr. Philip Rosenthal is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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