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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Moldawer, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Todd Moldawer, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Moldawer graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Moldawer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Moldawer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moldawer’s office at (818) 901-6600.
Where did Dr. Moldawer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Moldawer board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Todd Moldawer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Moldawer speak?
Dr. Moldawer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Moldawer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Moldawer 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. Moldawer. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Back fascia strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Moldawer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Moldawer 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. Moldawer. 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 Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Moldawer accept my insurance?
Dr. Moldawer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 901-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Moldawer accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Moldawer in Los Angeles, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Moldawer's office located?
Dr. Todd Moldawer's Primary Practice
100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 460
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(818) 901-6600
What is Dr. Moldawer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Moldawer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841226370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moldawer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Moldawer
What is Dr. Todd Moldawer's specialty?
Dr. Moldawer is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Todd Moldawer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Moldawer is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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 Todd Moldawer accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Todd Moldawer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Moldawer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Moldawer's office at (818) 901-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Moldawer?
Please contact Dr. Moldawer's office at (818) 901-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Moldawer have?
Dr. Todd Moldawer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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