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Dr. Nicholas Pirnia, MD

Dr. Nicholas Pirnia, MD

Alameda, CA

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    Who is Dr. Pirnia, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Alameda, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Pirnia, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pirnia graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Pirnia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pirnia’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. Pirnia’s office at (510) 522-6637.

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

    • Fellowship: UC Davis - Orthopaedic Spine

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pirnia speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pirnia treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Pirnia 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. Pirnia. 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 Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • 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
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    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:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Iliotibial Band Syndrome
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • IT Band Syndrome', 'Runner's Knee (ITBS)
    • ITB Friction Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7631: Iliotibial band syndrome, right leg

    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:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Which procedures does Dr. Pirnia perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicholas Pirnia may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pirnia's office.

    Does Dr. Pirnia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pirnia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 522-6637 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pirnia accept in Alameda, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pirnia's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Pirnia's Primary Practice

    815 Atlantic Ave Ste 100

    Alameda, CA 94501

    (510) 522-6637

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    Dr. Nicholas Pirnia's Practice 2

    6955 Foothill Blvd Ste 200

    Oakland, CA 94605

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    Dr. Nicholas Pirnia's Practice 3

    15400 Foothill Blvd

    San Leandro, CA 94578

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

    Dr. Pirnia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932413713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pirnia?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Pirnia's specialty?

    Dr. Pirnia is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Alameda, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Pirnia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Pirnia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pirnia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, San Leandro Hospital, Alameda 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 Nicholas Pirnia accepting new patients in Alameda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Pirnia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Pirnia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pirnia's office at (510) 522-6637 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Pirnia?

    Please contact Dr. Pirnia's office at (510) 522-6637 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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