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Dr. Nelson Berkowitz, MD

Rancho Mirage, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Anesthesiologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Nelson Berkowitz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Berkowitz graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (760) 340-3911.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Berkowitz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Berkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Berkowitz treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does Dr. Berkowitz perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP Block
    • Rectus Sheath Block
    • Abdominal Plane Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berkowitz accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Berkowitz in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Nelson Berkowitz's Primary Practice

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 340-3911

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    Dr. Nelson Berkowitz's Practice 2

    47111 Monroe St

    Indio, CA 92201

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    Dr. Nelson Berkowitz's Practice 3

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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

    Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023199858.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Nelson Berkowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Berkowitz is a Anesthesiologist near Rancho Mirage, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Berkowitz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nelson Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berkowitz is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Nelson Berkowitz accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nelson Berkowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (760) 340-3911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nelson Berkowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (760) 340-3911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Berkowitz have?

    Dr. Nelson Berkowitz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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