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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stienstra, Rheumatologist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Stienstra, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. Dr. Stienstra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stienstra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stienstra’s office at (831) 333-3040.
What languages does Dr. Stienstra speak?
Dr. Stienstra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Stienstra typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Stienstra 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. Stienstra. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis
- Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Stienstra typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Stienstra may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Stienstra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stienstra accept my insurance?
Dr. Stienstra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 333-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stienstra accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Stienstra in Monterey, 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stienstra's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Stienstra's Primary Practice
2 Upper Ragsdale Dr Unit A
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 333-3040
What is Dr. Stienstra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stienstra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033505581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stienstra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stienstra
What is Dr. Nicholas Stienstra's specialty?
Dr. Stienstra is a Rheumatologist near Monterey, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Stienstra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stienstra is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicholas Stienstra accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Stienstra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Stienstra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stienstra's office at (831) 333-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Stienstra?
Please contact Dr. Stienstra's office at (831) 333-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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