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Dr. Alexander Tuchman, MD

Dr. Alexander Tuchman, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tuchman, Neurosurgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Tuchman, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tuchman completed his residency at University of Southern California - Los Angeles County Hospital. Dr. Tuchman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuchman’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. Tuchman’s office at (310) 517-7022.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Southern California - Keck Medical Center | Columbia University Medical Center

    • Residency: University of Southern California - Los Angeles County Hospital

    • Medical School: Wesleyan University | University of Miami School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tuchman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tuchman treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tuchman 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. Tuchman. 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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    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 Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar spine fracture
    • Broken lower back bone
    • Vertebral fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32009K: Unspecified fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Spine Deformities
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Backbone Deformity
    • Spinal Curvature Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M438X9: Other specified deforming dorsopathies, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Spinal Degeneration with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Degenerative Myelopathy
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis with Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Damage in Mid-Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4714: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, 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

    Does Dr. Tuchman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tuchman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 517-7022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tuchman accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Tuchman in West Hollywood, 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

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tuchman's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Tuchman's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 517-7022

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    Dr. Alexander Tuchman's Practice 2

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-6587

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    Dr. Alexander Tuchman's Practice 3

    23560 Crenshaw Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

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

    Dr. Tuchman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730473232.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuchman?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Tuchman's specialty?

    Dr. Tuchman is a Neurosurgeon near West Hollywood, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Tuchman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Tuchman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tuchman is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe 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 Alexander Tuchman accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Tuchman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Tuchman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tuchman's office at (310) 517-7022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Tuchman?

    Please contact Dr. Tuchman's office at (310) 517-7022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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