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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paresa, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kenith Paresa, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Paresa graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Paresa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paresa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paresa’s office at (424) 248-8325.
Where did Dr. Paresa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Good Samaritan Reg Med Center | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | Saint Louis University School of Medicine | University of Hawaii
Is Dr. Paresa board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Kenith Paresa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Paresa speak?
Dr. Paresa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Paresa typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Paresa 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. Paresa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Paresa typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Paresa 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. Paresa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
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:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
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. Paresa accept my insurance?
Dr. Paresa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 248-8325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paresa accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Paresa in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Paresa's office located?
Dr. Kenith Paresa's Primary Practice
11600 Wilshire Blvd Ste 406
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(424) 248-8325
What is Dr. Paresa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paresa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013952159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paresa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paresa
What is Dr. Kenith Paresa's specialty?
Dr. Paresa is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Kenith Paresa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paresa is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Kenith Paresa accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenith Paresa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenith Paresa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paresa's office at (424) 248-8325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenith Paresa?
Please contact Dr. Paresa's office at (424) 248-8325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenith Paresa have?
Dr. Kenith Paresa is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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