Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bonakdar, Pain Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Robert Bonakdar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Bonakdar graduated from University of Nevada, School of Medicine and completed his residency at Sharp HealthCare Family Practice Residency Program. Dr. Bonakdar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bonakdar’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bonakdar’s office at (858) 554-3300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bonakdar?
Dr. Robert Bonakdar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bonakdar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acupuncture, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition & Disease Prevention/Control, Pain Management, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Bonakdar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bonakdar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sharp HealthCare Family Practice Residency Program
Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada, School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bonakdar board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bonakdar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bonakdar speak?
Dr. Bonakdar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bonakdar treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bonakdar 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. Bonakdar. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Other Migraine Types
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Uncommon migraine
- Atypical migraine
- Complex migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43809: Other migraine, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
What procedures does Dr. Bonakdar perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bonakdar 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. Bonakdar. 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:
- Biofeedback Training
- Biofeedback Therapy
- Mind-Body Training
- Physiological Feedback
CPT Codes:
- 90901: Biofeedback training by any modality
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
- SPG Block
- Nasal Ganglion Block
- Headache Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
- 64505: Injection, anesthetic agent; sphenopalatine ganglion
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Bonakdar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bonakdar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bonakdar accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bonakdar in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Scripps Health
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bonakdar's office located?
Dr. Robert Bonakdar's Primary Practice
10820 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-3300
What is Dr. Bonakdar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bonakdar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376584540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bonakdar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bonakdar
What is Dr. Robert Bonakdar's specialty?
Dr. Bonakdar is a Pain Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, 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. Bonakdar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Bonakdar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bonakdar is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Robert Bonakdar accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bonakdar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Bonakdar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bonakdar's office at (858) 554-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Bonakdar?
Please contact Dr. Bonakdar's office at (858) 554-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Bonakdar have?
Dr. Robert Bonakdar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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