Dr. Howard Dedes, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Fullerton, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dedes, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Howard Dedes, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dedes graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA, University Of California, Los Angeles and completed his residency at Veterans Administration. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American Board of Anesthesiology, California Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, California Medical Association, and Los Angeles County Medical Association. Dr. Dedes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dedes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dedes’s office at (813) 549-2134.
Where did Dr. Dedes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School – Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Residency: Veterans Administration | Cedars Sinai Medical Center | Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center | Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Medical School: University of California at San Diego | David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA, University Of California, Los Angeles
What languages does Dr. Dedes speak?
Dr. Dedes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Dedes treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dedes 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. Dedes. 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
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical 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:
- 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Nerve Root and Plexus Compression
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Nerve Entrapment
- Radicular Compression
- Plexus Compression Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G55: Nerve root and plexus compressions in diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- CRPS Type 1
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- RSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90522: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Which procedures does Dr. Dedes perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Dedes 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. Dedes' office.
Does Dr. Dedes accept my insurance?
Dr. Dedes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 549-2134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dedes accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Dedes in Fullerton, 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
Altamed Health Services
CalOptima
Centene
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
Seaside Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dedes' office located?
Dr. Howard Dedes' Primary Practice
295 Imperial Hwy Ste 100
Fullerton, CA 92835
(813) 549-2134
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 7 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Howard Dedes an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Dedes has been rated and reviewed by 7 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Dedes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Medical Association
Professional Member
American Board of Anesthesiology
Professional Member
California Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Professional Member
California Medical Association
Professional Member
Los Angeles County Medical Association
Professional Member
What is Dr. Dedes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dedes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679760094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dedes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dedes
What is Dr. Howard Dedes's specialty?
Dr. Dedes is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Fullerton, CA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Dedes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Dedes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dedes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Orange Coast Medical Center. 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
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Is Howard Dedes accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Dedes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Dedes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dedes's office at (813) 549-2134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Dedes?
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