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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Itkonen, Anesthesiologist in Marina del Rey, CA?
Dr. Michelle Itkonen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Marina del Rey, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Itkonen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Itkonen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Itkonen’s office at (310) 823-8911.
What languages does Dr. Itkonen speak?
Dr. Itkonen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Itkonen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Itkonen 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. Itkonen. 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Itkonen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Itkonen 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. Itkonen. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Itkonen accept my insurance?
Dr. Itkonen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 823-8911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Itkonen accept in Marina del Rey, CA?
Dr. Itkonen 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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Itkonen's office located?
Dr. Michelle Itkonen's Primary Practice
4650 Lincoln Blvd
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 823-8911
What is Dr. Itkonen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Itkonen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194256347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Itkonen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Itkonen
What is Dr. Michelle Itkonen's specialty?
Dr. Itkonen is a Anesthesiologist near Marina del Rey, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Michelle Itkonen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Itkonen is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michelle Itkonen accepting new patients in Marina del Rey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Itkonen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Itkonen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Itkonen's office at (310) 823-8911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Itkonen?
Please contact Dr. Itkonen's office at (310) 823-8911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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