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Dr. Ralph Mozingo, DO

Dr. Ralph Mozingo, DO

Santa Barbara, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mozingo, Anesthesiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Ralph Mozingo, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Mozingo graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Anesthesiology; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Mozingo is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mozingo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mozingo’s office at (805) 563-0363.

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

    • Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Anesthesiology; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Nova Se University, Coll of Osteo Med, Ft Lauderdale Fl | Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Mozingo board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Mozingo, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Mozingo speak?

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

    • English

    • German

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mozingo 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. Mozingo. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mozingo 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. Mozingo. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Does Dr. Mozingo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mozingo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 563-0363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mozingo accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mozingo's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Mozingo's Primary Practice

    536 E Arrellaga St Ste 104

    Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    (805) 563-0363

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    Dr. Ralph Mozingo's Practice 2

    5601 Auburn St Unit A

    Bakersfield, CA 93306

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    Dr. Ralph Mozingo's Practice 3

    1551 Bishop St Ste 210

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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

    Dr. Mozingo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245257963.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mozingo?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Mozingo's specialty?

    Dr. Mozingo is a Anesthesiologist near Santa Barbara, 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 this Dr. Ralph Mozingo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mozingo is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ralph Mozingo accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Mozingo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Mozingo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mozingo's office at (805) 563-0363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ralph Mozingo?

    Please contact Dr. Mozingo's office at (805) 563-0363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Mozingo have?

    Dr. Ralph Mozingo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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