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Who is Dr. Falakassa, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Jonathan Falakassa, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Falakassa is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falakassa’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falakassa’s office at (818) 901-6600.
What languages does Dr. Falakassa speak?
Dr. Falakassa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Falakassa treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Falakassa 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. Falakassa. 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:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Lower Back Muscle Strain
- Chest Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
- Back fascia strain
- Pulled Chest Muscle
- Thoracic Muscle Strain
- Chest Wall Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
- S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter
- S29019A: Strain of muscle and tendon of unspecified wall of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Neck Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Neck Muscle
- Neck Tendon Strain
- Neck Fascia Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXD: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, subsequent encounter
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
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- General Counseling
- Therapy Services
- Support Sessions
- Mental Health Support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z719: Counseling, unspecified
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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Idiopathic Scoliosis of the Mid-Lower Back
- Scoliosis
- Thoracolumbar Scoliosis
- Mid-Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Idiopathic Thoracolumbar Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4125: Other idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Falakassa perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Jonathan Falakassa may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Falakassa's office.
Does Dr. Falakassa accept my insurance?
Dr. Falakassa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 901-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falakassa accept in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Falakassa in Valencia, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Falakassa's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Falakassa's Primary Practice
24051 Newhall Ranch Rd Bldg C
Valencia, CA 91355
(818) 901-6600
What is Dr. Falakassa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falakassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285959106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falakassa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falakassa
What is Dr. Jonathan Falakassa's specialty?
Dr. Falakassa is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Valencia, 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. Falakassa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jonathan Falakassa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Falakassa is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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 Jonathan Falakassa accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Falakassa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Falakassa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Falakassa's office at (818) 901-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Falakassa?
Please contact Dr. Falakassa's office at (818) 901-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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