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Dr. Srinivas Chivukula, MD

Neurosurgeon

Los Angeles, CA

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, Medicare 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chivukula typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chivukula typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Srinivas Chivukula's Practice 2

    300 Stein Plz Ste 420

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Srinivas Chivukula's Practice 3

    4733 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    What is Dr. Chivukula's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is 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 Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Srinivas Chivukula?

    Please contact Dr. Chivukula's office at (214) 742-8387 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chivukula's office located?

    Dr. Chivukula's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.