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Dr. Deirdre Washington, MD
Bakersfield, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Washington, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Deirdre Washington, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Washington completed her residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Washington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Washington’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Washington’s office at (818) 419-6659.
Where did Dr. Washington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Washington speak?
Dr. Washington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Washington treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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:
- 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:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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 Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Disc Pain
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51370: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region with discogenic back pain only
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 Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
What procedures does Dr. Washington perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid 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
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- 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
- 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)
- 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 Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Washington accept my insurance?
Dr. Washington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 419-6659 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Washington accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Washington in Bakersfield, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Family Health Network
GEMCare
Hawaii Laborers Joint Trust Fund
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
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Where is Dr. Washington's office located?
Dr. Deirdre Washington's Primary Practice
6501 Truxtun Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(818) 419-6659
What is Dr. Washington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Washington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164570032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Washington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Washington
What is Dr. Deirdre Washington's specialty?
Dr. Washington is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Bakersfield, 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. Washington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deirdre Washington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Washington is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Deirdre Washington accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Deirdre Washington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deirdre Washington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (818) 419-6659 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deirdre Washington?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (818) 419-6659 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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