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Dr. Alexander Hersel, MD

Thousand Oaks, CA

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    Who is Dr. Hersel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Hersel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Thousand Oaks, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hersel completed his residency at Ny Presbyterian Hospital, Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Hersel is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hersel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hersel’s office at (310) 808-4308.

    Where did Dr. Hersel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny Presbyterian Hospital, Cornell Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Hersel speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hersel treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hersel 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. Hersel. 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:

    • 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
    • Mid-Back 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
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Spine 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Mononeuropathy
    • Localized Nerve Damage
    • Focal Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G589: Mononeuropathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Lumbosacral Nerve Root Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Sciatic Nerve Root Problems
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G544: Lumbosacral root disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Displacement
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Neck
    • Bulging Disc in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50222: Other cervical disc displacement at C5-C6 level

    Which procedures does Dr. Hersel perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Hersel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hersel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 808-4308 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hersel accept in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Hersel in Thousand Oaks, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hersel's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Hersel's Primary Practice

    1120 Newbury Rd Ste 150

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

    (310) 808-4308

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

    Dr. Hersel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689696718.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hersel?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Hersel's specialty?

    Dr. Hersel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Thousand Oaks, 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. Hersel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Hersel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hersel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Alexander Hersel accepting new patients in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Hersel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Hersel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hersel's office at (310) 808-4308 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Hersel?

    Please contact Dr. Hersel's office at (310) 808-4308 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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