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Who is Dr. Katz, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Austen Katz, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (718) 470-4475.
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Katz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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 here.
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 Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Katz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Austen Katz may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Katz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 470-4475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Katz in San Francisco, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
Dr. Austen Katz's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(718) 470-4475
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851954044.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Austen Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Austen Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, Mather Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Austen Katz accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Austen Katz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austen Katz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (718) 470-4475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austen Katz?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (718) 470-4475 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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