EverydayHealthLogo
DV

Dr. Darko Vodopich, MD

Anesthesiologist

Walnut Creek, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vodopich, Anesthesiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Darko Vodopich, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Vodopich completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery. Dr. Vodopich is fluent in English and Croatian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vodopich’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vodopich’s office at (925) 295-4000.

    Where did Dr. Vodopich go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University Of Zagreb Medical School

    Is Dr. Vodopich board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Darko Vodopich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Vodopich speak?

    Dr. Vodopich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Croatian
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vodopich typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vodopich 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. Vodopich. 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vodopich typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vodopich 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. Vodopich. 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:

    • Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
    • Knee Nerve Ablation
    • Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
    • Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Vodopich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vodopich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vodopich accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Vodopich in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Vodopich's office located?

    Dr. Darko Vodopich's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 295-4000

    Get Directions

    Dr. Darko Vodopich's Practice 2

    20998 Redwood Rd

    Castro Valley, CA 94546

    Get Directions

    Dr. Darko Vodopich's Practice 3

    200 Muir Rd

    Martinez, CA 94553

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Vodopich affiliated with?

    Dr. Vodopich has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA

    What is Dr. Vodopich's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vodopich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902855034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vodopich?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vodopich

    What is Dr. Darko Vodopich's specialty?

    Dr. Vodopich is an Anesthesiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Darko Vodopich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Vodopich is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center, Antioch 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Darko Vodopich accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Darko Vodopich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darko Vodopich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vodopich's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Darko Vodopich?

    Please contact Dr. Vodopich's office at (925) 295-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vodopich's office located?

    Dr. Vodopich's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA, Castro Valley, CA, and Martinez, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darko Vodopich have?

    Dr. Darko Vodopich is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.