17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mata, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Joel Mata, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Mata completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Mata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mata’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Mata go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Is Dr. Mata board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Mata, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mata speak?
Dr. Mata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mata typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mata 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. Mata. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mata typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Mata may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mata's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mata accept my insurance?
Dr. Mata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mata accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mata in San Diego, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mata's office located?
What is Dr. Mata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669509873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mata
What is Dr. Joel Mata's specialty?
Dr. Mata is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joel Mata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mata is affiliated with Sharp Memorial 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joel Mata accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Mata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Mata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mata's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Mata?
Please contact Dr. Mata's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Mata have?
Dr. Joel Mata is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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