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Dr. Udaya Desilva, MD
Palmdale, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desilva, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Palmdale, CA?
Dr. Udaya Desilva, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palmdale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Desilva graduated from University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology. Dr. Desilva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desilva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desilva’s office at (661) 280-7246.
Where did Dr. Desilva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Desilva board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Udaya Desilva, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Desilva speak?
Dr. Desilva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desilva typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Desilva 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. Desilva. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desilva typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Desilva 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. Desilva. 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)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
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)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Desilva accept my insurance?
Dr. Desilva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 280-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desilva accept in Palmdale, CA?
Dr. Desilva in Palmdale, 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)
Federal government of the United States
GEMCare
Inland Empire
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desilva's office located?
Dr. Udaya Desilva's Primary Practice
623 W Avenue Q Ste A
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 280-7246
What is Dr. Desilva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desilva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730100330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desilva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desilva
What is Dr. Udaya Desilva's specialty?
Dr. Desilva is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Palmdale, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Udaya Desilva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desilva is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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 Udaya Desilva accepting new patients in Palmdale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Udaya Desilva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Udaya Desilva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (661) 280-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Udaya Desilva?
Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (661) 280-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Udaya Desilva have?
Dr. Udaya Desilva is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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