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Who is Dr. Norheim, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Downey, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Norheim, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Norheim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Norheim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Norheim’s office at (562) 657-9000.
What languages does Dr. Norheim speak?
Dr. Norheim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Norheim treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Norheim 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. Norheim. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Mid-Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
- Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Thoracic Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CES', 'Horse's tail syndrome
- Spinal nerve compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- G834: Cauda equina syndrome
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
- Nonunion After Fusion
- Failed Spinal Fusion
- Pseudarthrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Norheim perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Norheim may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Norheim's office.
Does Dr. Norheim accept my insurance?
Dr. Norheim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 657-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Norheim accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Norheim in Downey, 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
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Los Angeles Unified School District
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Norheim's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Norheim's Primary Practice
9353 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 657-9000
What is Dr. Norheim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Norheim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043455611.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Norheim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Norheim
What is Dr. Elizabeth Norheim's specialty?
Dr. Norheim is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Downey, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Norheim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Norheim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Norheim is affiliated with Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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
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Is Elizabeth Norheim accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Norheim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Norheim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Norheim's office at (562) 657-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Norheim?
Please contact Dr. Norheim's office at (562) 657-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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