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Who is Dr. Watkins, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Marina del Rey, CA?
Dr. Robert Watkins, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Marina del Rey, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Watkins completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (310) 448-7890.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Watkins treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Which procedures does Dr. Watkins perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Watkins 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. Watkins' office.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 448-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Marina del Rey, CA?
Dr. Watkins in Marina del Rey, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Continental Life Insurance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
Dr. Robert Watkins' Primary Practice
13160 Mindanao Way Ste 325
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 448-7890
Dr. Robert Watkins' Practice 2
4640 Admiralty Way Ste 600
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 448-7890
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952440505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Robert Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Marina del Rey, 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. Watkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Watkins 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
Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
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Is Robert Watkins accepting new patients in Marina del Rey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (310) 448-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (310) 448-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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