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Dr. Nathan Singer, MD
Santa Maria, CA
36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Singer, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Nathan Singer, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Singer graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Anesthesiology Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Singer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Singer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Singer’s office at (805) 922-0760.
Where did Dr. Singer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Anesthesiology Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | University of California | Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Singer board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nathan Singer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Singer speak?
Dr. Singer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Singer typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Singer 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. Singer. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Singer typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Singer 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. Singer. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Singer accept my insurance?
Dr. Singer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 922-0760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Singer accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Singer in Santa Maria, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Adventist Health System
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Singer's office located?
Dr. Nathan Singer's Primary Practice
821 E Chapel St Ste 204
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-0760
What hospitals are Dr. Singer affiliated with?
Dr. Singer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lompoc Valley Medical Center,Lompoc, CA
Lompoc Valley Medical Center,Lompoc, CA
What is Dr. Singer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Singer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114108016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Singer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Singer
What is Dr. Nathan Singer's specialty?
Dr. Singer is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Santa Maria, CA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Nathan Singer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Singer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lompoc Valley 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 Dr. Nathan Singer accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nathan Singer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nathan Singer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Singer's office at (805) 922-0760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nathan Singer?
Please contact Dr. Singer's office at (805) 922-0760 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Singer's office located?
Dr. Singer's office is located in Santa Maria, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nathan Singer have?
Dr. Nathan Singer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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