
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanderlinden, Surgeon in San Bernardino, CA?
Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Bernardino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vanderlinden graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Vascular Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Vanderlinden is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderlinden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderlinden’s office at (909) 881-7200.
Where did Dr. Vanderlinden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Vascular Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Loma Linda University Med Center | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Vanderlinden board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vanderlinden speak?
Dr. Vanderlinden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Vanderlinden typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Vanderlinden 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. Vanderlinden. 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:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Vanderlinden typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Vanderlinden 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. Vanderlinden. 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 Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
- Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
- Extra Level Spine Fusion
- Spinal Segment Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Spinal Fusion Surgery (L5-S1)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- L5-S1 Arthrodesis
- Sacral Interbody Fusion
- Lumbar-Sacral Spinal Fusion
- Lower Spine Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22586: Arthrodesis, pre-sacral interbody technique, including disc space preparation, discectomy, with posterior instrumentation, with image guidance, includes bone graft when performed, L5-S1 interspace
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement
- Total Disc Arthroplasty
- Lumbar Disc Prosthesis
- Anterior Lumbar Disc Replacement
- Spinal Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22857: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); single interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Tying Off Iliac Vein
- Common Iliac Vein Ligation
- Iliac Vein Tie-Off
- Pelvic Vein Ligation
CPT Codes:
- 37660: Ligation of common iliac vein
Does Dr. Vanderlinden accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanderlinden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 881-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderlinden accept in San Bernardino, CA?
Dr. Vanderlinden in San Bernardino, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Inland Empire
Medicare
Network Medical Management
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vanderlinden's office located?
Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden's Primary Practice
399 E Highland Ave Ste 319
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 881-7200
What is Dr. Vanderlinden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanderlinden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336162676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderlinden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanderlinden
What is Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden's specialty?
Dr. Vanderlinden is a Surgeon near San Bernardino, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanderlinden is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Riverside Community Hospital, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Cedars-Sinai 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 Joseph Vanderlinden accepting new patients in San Bernardino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanderlinden's office at (909) 881-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Vanderlinden?
Please contact Dr. Vanderlinden's office at (909) 881-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden have?
Dr. Joseph Vanderlinden is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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