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Dr. Carson Ling, MD
Garden Grove, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ling, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Garden Grove, CA?
Dr. Carson Ling, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Garden Grove, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ling completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Ling is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ling’s office at (714) 636-3032.
Where did Dr. Ling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital
Is Dr. Ling board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carson Ling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ling speak?
Dr. Ling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal 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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; 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 or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
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. Ling accept my insurance?
Dr. Ling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 636-3032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ling accept in Garden Grove, CA?
Dr. Ling in Garden Grove, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ling's office located?
Dr. Carson Ling's Primary Practice
9896 Garden Grove Blvd
Garden Grove, CA 92844
(714) 636-3032
What is Dr. Ling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205929635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ling
What is Dr. Carson Ling's specialty?
Dr. Ling is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Garden Grove, CA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Carson Ling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ling is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carson Ling accepting new patients in Garden Grove, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carson Ling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carson Ling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (714) 636-3032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carson Ling?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (714) 636-3032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carson Ling have?
Dr. Carson Ling is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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