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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wolbers, Pain Medicine Specialist in Capitola, CA?
Dr. Linda Wolbers, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Capitola, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wolbers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wolbers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolbers’s office at (831) 426-9302.
What languages does Dr. Wolbers speak?
Dr. Wolbers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wolbers treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wolbers 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. Wolbers. 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.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Wolbers perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Wolbers may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wolbers' office.
Does Dr. Wolbers accept my insurance?
Dr. Wolbers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 426-9302 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wolbers accept in Capitola, CA?
Dr. Wolbers in Capitola, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AgeWell
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Wolbers' office located?
Dr. Linda Wolbers' Primary Practice
4400 Capitola Rd Ste 200
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 426-9302
What is Dr. Wolbers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wolbers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093753899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolbers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wolbers
What is Dr. Linda Wolbers's specialty?
Dr. Wolbers is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Capitola, CA. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Wolbers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Wolbers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wolbers is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Linda Wolbers accepting new patients in Capitola, CA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Wolbers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Wolbers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wolbers's office at (831) 426-9302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Wolbers?
Please contact Dr. Wolbers's office at (831) 426-9302 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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