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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chivukula, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Srinivas Chivukula, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chivukula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chivukula’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. Chivukula’s office at (214) 742-8387.
What languages does Dr. Chivukula speak?
Dr. Chivukula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chivukula treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chivukula 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. Chivukula. 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:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical 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:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
What procedures does Dr. Chivukula perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chivukula 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. Chivukula. 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:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
Also known as:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
Also known as:
- Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
- Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
- Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
- Spinal Drug Delivery System
CPT Codes:
- 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
Does Dr. Chivukula accept my insurance?
Dr. Chivukula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 742-8387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chivukula accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chivukula in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
First Medical Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chivukula's office located?
Dr. Srinivas Chivukula's Primary Practice
1505 N Edgemont St
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(214) 742-8387
What is Dr. Chivukula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chivukula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396163689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chivukula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chivukula
What is Dr. Srinivas Chivukula's specialty?
Dr. Chivukula is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, 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. Chivukula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Srinivas Chivukula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chivukula is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Srinivas Chivukula accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Srinivas Chivukula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Srinivas Chivukula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chivukula's office at (214) 742-8387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Srinivas Chivukula?
Please contact Dr. Chivukula's office at (214) 742-8387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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