18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wadhwa, Diagnostic Radiologist in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Vikram Wadhwa, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Wadhwa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wadhwa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wadhwa’s office at (415) 353-1869.
Is Dr. Wadhwa board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vikram Wadhwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Wadhwa speak?
Dr. Wadhwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wadhwa typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Wadhwa 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. Wadhwa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wadhwa typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Wadhwa 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. Wadhwa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Imaging (Myelogram)
- Lumbar Myelography
- Spinal Dye Test
- Multiple Region Myelogram
CPT Codes:
- 62305: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; 2 or more regions (eg, lumbar/thoracic, cervical/thoracic, lumbar/cervical, lumbar/thoracic/cervical)
Also known as:
- Epidural Blood Patch Injection
- Blood patch for spinal headache
- Epidural leak repair
- Spinal fluid leak treatment
- Epidural injection for headache
CPT Codes:
- 62273: Injection, epidural, of blood or clot patch
Also known as:
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Does Dr. Wadhwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Wadhwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-1869 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wadhwa accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Wadhwa in West Hollywood, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wadhwa's office located?
What is Dr. Wadhwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wadhwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417134040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wadhwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wadhwa
What is Dr. Vikram Wadhwa's specialty?
Dr. Wadhwa is a Diagnostic Radiologist near West Hollywood, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Vikram Wadhwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wadhwa is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Adventist Health Glendale, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Adventist Health And Rideout 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 Vikram Wadhwa accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vikram Wadhwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikram Wadhwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wadhwa's office at (415) 353-1869 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikram Wadhwa?
Please contact Dr. Wadhwa's office at (415) 353-1869 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vikram Wadhwa have?
Dr. Vikram Wadhwa is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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