MC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christakos, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Christakos, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Christakos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christakos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christakos’s office at (619) 516-6606.
What languages does Dr. Christakos speak?
Dr. Christakos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christakos treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Christakos 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. Christakos. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Which procedures does Dr. Christakos perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Christakos may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christakos' office.
Does Dr. Christakos accept my insurance?
Dr. Christakos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 516-6606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christakos accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christakos in San Diego, 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
Community Health Group
Contra Costa
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Christakos' office located?
Dr. Michael Christakos' Primary Practice
4405 Vandever Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 516-6606
What is Dr. Christakos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christakos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508106246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christakos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christakos
What is Dr. Michael Christakos's specialty?
Dr. Christakos is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Christakos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Christakos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christakos is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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
Where can I learn more about Physiatrist?
Explore Physiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Michael Christakos accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Christakos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Christakos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christakos's office at (619) 516-6606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Christakos?
Please contact Dr. Christakos's office at (619) 516-6606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Physiatrist Near San Diego, CA
RP
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Rachel Pack, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
San Diego, CA
DP
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Donald Pellioni, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
San Diego, CA
SY
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Stuart Yee, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
San Diego, CA