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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polston, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gregory Polston, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Polston graduated from Pain Management Specialist and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Anesthesiology. Dr. Polston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polston’s office at (619) 543-3162.
Where did Dr. Polston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Anesthesiology | Naval Med Center San Diego
Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Pain Management Specialist | Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Polston board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Polston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Polston speak?
Dr. Polston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Polston typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Polston 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. Polston. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Polston typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Polston 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. Polston. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
- Intrathecal pump refill
- Epidural pump management
- Pain pump adjustment
- Implanted drug pump service
CPT Codes:
- 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Polston accept my insurance?
Dr. Polston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polston accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Polston in La Jolla, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polston's office located?
What is Dr. Polston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891719233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polston
What is Dr. Gregory Polston's specialty?
Dr. Polston is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Gregory Polston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polston is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Gregory Polston accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Polston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Polston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polston's office at (619) 543-3162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Polston?
Please contact Dr. Polston's office at (619) 543-3162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Polston have?
Dr. Gregory Polston is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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