17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ottestad, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Einar Ottestad, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Ottestad completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Ottestad is fluent in English, Norwegian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ottestad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ottestad’s office at (650) 498-7103.
Where did Dr. Ottestad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford Hospital and Clinics - Pain Mgmt, Stanford, CA | Stanford Hospital and Clinics - Pain Mgmt CA
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Is Dr. Ottestad board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Einar Ottestad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Anesthesiology since 2010, American Board of Anesthesiology since 2009
What languages does Dr. Ottestad speak?
Dr. Ottestad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Norwegian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ottestad treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ottestad 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. Ottestad. 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:
- Single Nerve Damage
- Other Single Nerve Damage
- Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pain
- Mononeuropathy
- Localized Nerve Damage
- Focal Neuropathy
- Other Mononeuropathies
- Specific Localized Nerve Damage
- Uncommon Nerve Injury
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- G589: Mononeuropathy, unspecified
- G588: Other specified mononeuropathies
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Ottestad perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Einar Ottestad may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ottestad's office.
Does Dr. Ottestad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ottestad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-7103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ottestad accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Ottestad in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ottestad's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Perioperative Interventions to Reduce Chronic Postsurgical Pain
JOURL OF RECONSTRUCTIVE MICROSURGERY, 2013
Ultrasound-guided injections of the knee and hip joints
Tech Reg Anesth Pain Mag, 2009
Evaluating the magement of septic shock using patient simulation
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, 2007
Securing the airway of a 'super sized' patient: another use for the Aintree Catheter (R)
EUROPEAN JOURL OF AESTHESIOLOGY, 2006
Central venous access in obese patients: A potential complication
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2006
What is Dr. Ottestad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ottestad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609076983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ottestad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ottestad
What is Dr. Einar Ottestad's specialty?
Dr. Ottestad is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Stanford, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ottestad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Einar Ottestad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ottestad is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Einar Ottestad accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Einar Ottestad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Einar Ottestad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ottestad's office at (650) 498-7103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Einar Ottestad?
Please contact Dr. Ottestad's office at (650) 498-7103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Einar Ottestad have?
Dr. Einar Ottestad is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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