Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Joshua Alexander, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alexander graduated from Touro University, Vallejo. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (619) 543-3500.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Touro University, Vallejo | UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Neurologist
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Head and Neck Movement Problems
- Mid-Back Joint Dysfunction
- Pelvic Joint Dysfunction
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Head Segmental Dysfunction
- Cervical Somatic Dysfunction
- Head Biomechanical Issues
- Thoracic spine dysfunction
- Mid-back segmental dysfunction
- Thoracic somatic dysfunction
- Pelvic girdle dysfunction
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- Pelvic somatic dysfunction
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9900: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region
- M9902: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region
- M9905: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of pelvic region
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
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:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage without Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Rib Cage Movement Problems
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Rib Dysfunction
- Thoracic Somatic Dysfunction
- Rib Cage Biomechanical Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9908: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of rib cage
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Concussion
- PCS
- Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
- Lingering concussion symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0781: Postconcussional syndrome
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Alexander may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alexander's office.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Alexander in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. Joshua Alexander's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 543-3500
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437387677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Joshua Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Neurologist near La Jolla, CA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joshua Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
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Is Joshua Alexander accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (619) 543-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (619) 543-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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