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Dr. Frank Takacs, MD

Anesthesiologist

Monterey, CA

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Takacs, Anesthesiologist in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Frank Takacs, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Takacs completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Takacs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takacs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takacs’s office at (831) 624-5311.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology | Ma Genl Hosp-Harvard U

    • Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Takacs board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Takacs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Takacs speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Takacs typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Takacs 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. Takacs. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Takacs typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Takacs 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. Takacs. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Takacs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Takacs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 624-5311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Takacs accept in Monterey, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Takacs' office located?

    Dr. Frank Takacs' Primary Practice

    23625 Holman Hwy

    Monterey, CA 93940

    (831) 624-5311

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    What hospitals are Dr. Takacs affiliated with?

    Dr. Takacs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Watsonville Community Hospital,Watsonville, CA

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

    Dr. Takacs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275612285.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takacs?

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

    What is Dr. Frank Takacs's specialty?

    Dr. Takacs is an Anesthesiologist near Monterey, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Frank Takacs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Takacs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Watsonville Community 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

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    Is Dr. Frank Takacs accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Takacs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Takacs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Takacs' office at (831) 624-5311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Takacs?

    Please contact Dr. Takacs' office at (831) 624-5311 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Takacs' office located?

    Dr. Takacs' office is located in Monterey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Takacs have?

    Dr. Frank Takacs is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.