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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burnham Jr., Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Walter Burnham Jr., MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Burnham Jr. graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Burnham Jr. is fluent in English, Armenian, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burnham Jr.’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burnham Jr.’s office at (626) 795-0282.
Where did Dr. Burnham Jr. go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Burnham Jr. board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Walter Burnham Jr., MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Burnham Jr. speak?
Dr. Burnham Jr. and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Burnham Jr. typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Burnham Jr. 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. Burnham Jr.. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
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:
- 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:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Burnham Jr. typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Burnham Jr. 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. Burnham Jr.. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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
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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Burnham Jr. accept my insurance?
Dr. Burnham Jr. accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 795-0282 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burnham Jr. accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Burnham Jr. in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burnham Jr.'s office located?
Dr. Walter Burnham Jr.'s Primary Practice
39 Congress St Ste 200
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 795-0282
What is Dr. Burnham Jr.'s NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burnham Jr.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639221948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burnham Jr.?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burnham Jr.
What is Dr. Walter Burnham Jr.'s specialty?
Dr. Burnham Jr. is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Pasadena, 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. Walter Burnham Jr. affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burnham Jr. is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health Glendale, San Gabriel Valley 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
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Is Walter Burnham Jr. accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Burnham Jr. is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Burnham Jr. offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burnham Jr.'s office at (626) 795-0282 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Burnham Jr.?
Please contact Dr. Burnham Jr.'s office at (626) 795-0282 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Burnham Jr. have?
Dr. Walter Burnham Jr. is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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