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Who is Dr. Schiffman, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Schiffman, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schiffman graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Schiffman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiffman’s office at (310) 337-3700.
Where did Dr. Schiffman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Schiffman board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Schiffman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schiffman speak?
Dr. Schiffman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Schiffman typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schiffman 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. Schiffman. 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.
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Schiffman typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schiffman 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. Schiffman. 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.
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Schiffman accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Schiffman's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Schiffman's office located?
Dr. Michael Schiffman's Primary Practice
8610 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 109
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-3700
What is Dr. Schiffman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schiffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033268156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiffman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schiffman
What is Dr. Michael Schiffman's specialty?
Dr. Schiffman is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Schiffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schiffman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Michael Schiffman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Schiffman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Schiffman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schiffman's office at (310) 337-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Schiffman?
Please contact Dr. Schiffman's office at (310) 337-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Schiffman have?
Dr. Michael Schiffman is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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