EverydayHealthLogo
LD

Dr. Leslie Delaney, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Walnut Creek, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Delaney, Pain Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Leslie Delaney, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Delaney completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine. Dr. Delaney is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Delaney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Delaney’s office at (925) 988-9333.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Delaney board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Delaney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Delaney speak?

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

    • English
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Delaney typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Delaney 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. Delaney. 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:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Delaney typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Delaney 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. Delaney. 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:

    • Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Decompression
    • Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
    • Percutaneous Laminotomy
    • Lumbar Laminectomy
    • Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery
    • Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
    • Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
    • Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 0275T: Percutaneous laminotomy/laminectomy (interlaminar approach) for decompression of neural elements, (with or without ligamentous resection, discectomy, facetectomy and/or foraminotomy), any method, under indirect image guidance (eg, fluoroscopic, CT), single or multiple levels, unilateral or bilateral; lumbar
    • 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Heat Treatment for Back Pain Nerve (Basivertebral Nerve)
    • Basivertebral nerve ablation
    • Intraosseous nerve destruction
    • Radiofrequency ablation for back pain
    • Vertebral nerve thermal destruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 64628: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; first 2 vertebral bodies, lumbar or sacral

    Does Dr. Delaney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Delaney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 988-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Delaney accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Delaney in Walnut Creek, 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

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Delaney's office located?

    Dr. Leslie Delaney's Primary Practice

    130 La Casa Via Ste 209

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 988-9333

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Delaney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124110309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Delaney?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Delaney's specialty?

    Dr. Delaney is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is Dr. Leslie Delaney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Delaney is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Leslie Delaney accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Delaney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Delaney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Delaney's office at (925) 988-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie Delaney?

    Please contact Dr. Delaney's office at (925) 988-9333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Delaney's office located?

    Dr. Delaney's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Delaney have?

    Dr. Leslie Delaney is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.