Dr. John Wrench, MD
Santa Barbara, CA
Who is Dr. Wrench, Diagnostic Radiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wrench?
Dr. John Wrench, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Diagnostic Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wrench empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in MRI, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara, CA community, Dr. Wrench is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wrench go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology | Duke University Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Wrench board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Wrench, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Wrench speak?
Dr. Wrench and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wrench typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Wrench 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. Wrench. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wrench typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Wrench 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. Wrench. 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
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- 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
- 62323: 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, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Hip Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
- Hip Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of Hip
- Hip Joint Dye Injection
- Hip Joint Imaging Injection
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
- 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Wrench accept my insurance?
Dr. Wrench accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 569-2964 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wrench accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Wrench in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Heritage Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Wrench's office located?
Dr. John Wrench's Primary Practice
2320 Bath St Ste 113
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 569-2964
What hospitals are Dr. Wrench affiliated with?
Dr. Wrench has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Wrench's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wrench's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083669675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wrench?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wrench