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Dr. Atef Morkos, MD

Dr. Atef Morkos, MD

Baldwin Park, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morkos, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Dr. Atef Morkos, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baldwin Park, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Morkos graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Morkos is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morkos’s office at (626) 851-1011.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Brookdale University Hospital Med Center

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine | Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Morkos speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Morkos treat?

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

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    What procedures does Dr. Morkos perform?

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

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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
    • 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Morkos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morkos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 851-1011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morkos accept in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Dr. Morkos in Baldwin Park, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

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    Where is Dr. Morkos' office located?

    Dr. Atef Morkos' Primary Practice

    1011 Baldwin Park Blvd

    Baldwin Park, CA 91706

    (626) 851-1011

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    Dr. Atef Morkos' Practice 2

    1255 W Arrow Hwy

    San Dimas, CA 91773

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

    Dr. Morkos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184783748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morkos?

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

    What is Dr. Atef Morkos's specialty?

    Dr. Morkos is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Baldwin Park, 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. Morkos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Atef Morkos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morkos is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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

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

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    Is Atef Morkos accepting new patients in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Atef Morkos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Atef Morkos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morkos's office at (626) 851-1011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Atef Morkos?

    Please contact Dr. Morkos's office at (626) 851-1011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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