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Dr. Paolo Mimbella, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Physiatrist, Anesthesiologist

San Francisco, CA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mimbella, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Paolo Mimbella, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mimbella is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mimbella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mimbella’s office at (915) 598-7246.

    What languages does Dr. Mimbella speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Mimbella typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Mimbella 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. Mimbella. 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:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Mimbella typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Mimbella 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. Mimbella. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Mimbella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mimbella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 598-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mimbella accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Mimbella in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mimbella's office located?

    Dr. Paolo Mimbella's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (915) 598-7246

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    Dr. Paolo Mimbella's Practice 2

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Mimbella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831599794.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mimbella?

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

    What is Dr. Paolo Mimbella's specialty?

    Dr. Mimbella is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs.

    Is Dr. Paolo Mimbella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mimbella is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Marinhealth Medical Center, Novato Community 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

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    Is Dr. Paolo Mimbella accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    No, Dr. Paolo Mimbella is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paolo Mimbella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mimbella's office at (915) 598-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paolo Mimbella?

    Please contact Dr. Mimbella's office at (915) 598-7246 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mimbella's office located?

    Dr. Mimbella's office is located in San Francisco, CA.