Dr. Gregory Vassilev, MD
Westlake Village, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vassilev, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Westlake Village, CA?
Where did Dr. Vassilev go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology Olive View-Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Vassilev board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Vassilev, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vassilev speak?
Dr. Vassilev and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Russian
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vassilev typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vassilev 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. Vassilev. 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:
- 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 Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vassilev typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vassilev 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. Vassilev. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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 Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
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)
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Paravertebral facet injection
- Neck/upper back pain 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)
- 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Vassilev accept my insurance?
Dr. Vassilev accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 497-7015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vassilev accept in Westlake Village, CA?
Dr. Vassilev in Westlake Village, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vassilev's office located?
Dr. Gregory Vassilev also offers virtual visits
Dr. Gregory Vassilev's Primary Practice
30870 Russell Ranch Rd Ste 330
Westlake Village, CA 91362
(805) 497-7015
What hospitals are Dr. Vassilev affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Vassilev has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Vassilev's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vassilev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073539748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vassilev?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vassilev