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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sacks, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Gerald Sacks, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sacks graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology; Emory Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Sacks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sacks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sacks’s office at (310) 264-7314.
Where did Dr. Sacks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology; Emory Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | UNIVERSITY OF MA MED SCH | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Sacks board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Sacks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sacks speak?
Dr. Sacks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sacks typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sacks 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. Sacks. 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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Intercostal Neuralgia
- Rib Nerve Pain
- Chest Wall Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G580: Intercostal neuropathy
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sacks typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sacks 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. Sacks. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
- Rib Nerve Block
- Chest Wall Nerve Injection
- Intercostal Pain Injection
- Thoracic Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sacks accept my insurance?
Dr. Sacks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 264-7314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sacks accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Sacks in Santa Monica, 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
Apex Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sacks' office located?
Dr. Gerald Sacks' Primary Practice
2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 300E
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 264-7314
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Gerald Sacks an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sacks has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sacks, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sacks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sacks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205906781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sacks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sacks
What is Dr. Gerald Sacks's specialty?
Dr. Sacks is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Gerald Sacks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sacks is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Gerald Sacks accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Sacks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Sacks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sacks's office at (310) 264-7314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Sacks?
Please contact Dr. Sacks's office at (310) 264-7314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Sacks have?
Dr. Gerald Sacks is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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