35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Proano, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Fabian Proano, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Proano graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Proano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Proano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Proano’s office at (310) 791-4980.
Where did Dr. Proano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine
Is Dr. Proano board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fabian Proano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Proano speak?
Dr. Proano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Proano typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Proano 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. Proano. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
- Lumbar Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbosacral Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47897: Other spondylosis, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Proano typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Proano 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. Proano. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: 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); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
- Spinal injection for imaging
- Lumbar myelography injection
- CT scan contrast injection spine
CPT Codes:
- 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Proano accept my insurance?
Dr. Proano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 791-4980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Proano accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Proano in Torrance, 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
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Proano's office located?
Dr. Fabian Proano's Primary Practice
3701 Skypark Dr Ste 260
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 791-4980
What is Dr. Proano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Proano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932219169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Proano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Proano
What is Dr. Fabian Proano's specialty?
Dr. Proano is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Torrance, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Fabian Proano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Proano is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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 Fabian Proano accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fabian Proano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fabian Proano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Proano's office at (310) 791-4980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fabian Proano?
Please contact Dr. Proano's office at (310) 791-4980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fabian Proano have?
Dr. Fabian Proano is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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