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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westra, Neurosurgeon in Ventura, CA?
Dr. David Westra, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Westra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westra’s office at (805) 643-2179.
Where did Dr. Westra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Westra speak?
Dr. Westra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Westra treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Westra 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. Westra. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Disorder at C5-C6 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
- C5-C6 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C5-C6
- C5-C6 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
- M50022: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
- Lumbar Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Does Dr. Westra accept my insurance?
Dr. Westra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 643-2179 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westra accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Westra in Ventura, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Westra's office located?
Dr. David Westra's Primary Practice
168 N Brent St Ste 408
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 643-2179
What is Dr. Westra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265645790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westra
What is Dr. David Westra's specialty?
Dr. Westra is a Neurosurgeon near Ventura, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Westra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Westra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westra is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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
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Is David Westra accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Westra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Westra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westra's office at (805) 643-2179 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Westra?
Please contact Dr. Westra's office at (805) 643-2179 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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