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Dr. Don Paxton, MD

Modesto, CA

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    Who is Dr. Paxton, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Don Paxton, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paxton completed his residency at Ohsu Program. Dr. Paxton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paxton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paxton’s office at (661) 558-1620.

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

    • Residency: Ohsu Program

    What languages does Dr. Paxton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paxton treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Paxton 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. Paxton. 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:

    • High Levels of Substances in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Elevated urine drug levels
    • Abnormal urine substance levels
    • Drug metabolites in urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R825: Elevated urine levels of drugs, medicaments and biological substances

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • 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
    • Spinal Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease
    • Spinal Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47819: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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 Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Paxton perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Paxton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paxton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 558-1620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paxton accept in Modesto, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Paxton's office located?

    Dr. Don Paxton's Primary Practice

    1130 Coffee Rd Bldg 5B

    Modesto, CA 95355

    (661) 558-1620

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    Dr. Don Paxton's Practice 2

    8303 Brimhall Rd # 1500

    Bakersfield, CA 93312

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    Dr. Don Paxton's Practice 3

    3550 Q St Ste 201

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 558-1620

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

    Dr. Paxton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801040845.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paxton?

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

    What is Dr. Don Paxton's specialty?

    Dr. Paxton is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Modesto, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Paxton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Don Paxton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Paxton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Don Paxton accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Don Paxton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Don Paxton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paxton's office at (661) 558-1620 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Don Paxton?

    Please contact Dr. Paxton's office at (661) 558-1620 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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