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Dr. Alyson Herme, PHD

Pain Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Herme, Pain Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Alyson Herme, PHD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Herme is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herme’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herme’s office at (323) 361-8988.

    What languages does Dr. Herme speak?

    Dr. Herme and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herme typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Herme 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. Herme. 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:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herme typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alyson Herme may include:

    Please contact Dr. Herme's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Herme accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-8988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herme accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Herme in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthSmart

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Herme's office located?

    Dr. Alyson Herme's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-8988

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    What hospitals are Dr. Herme affiliated with?

    Dr. Herme has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Hospital Los Angeles,Los Angeles, CA

    What is Dr. Herme's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Herme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649728569.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herme?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herme

    What is Dr. Alyson Herme's specialty?

    Dr. Herme is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is Dr. Alyson Herme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Herme is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alyson Herme accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alyson Herme is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alyson Herme offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herme's office at (323) 361-8988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alyson Herme?

    Please contact Dr. Herme's office at (323) 361-8988 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Herme's office located?

    Dr. Herme's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.