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Dr. Michael Danto, MD

Orange, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Danto, Physiatrist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Michael Danto, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Danto graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Danto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danto’s office at (714) 634-4567.

    Where did Dr. Danto go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Danto board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Danto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Danto speak?

    Dr. Danto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Danto typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Danto 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. Danto. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Danto typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Danto 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. Danto. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 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
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    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)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Danto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Danto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 634-4567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Danto accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Danto in Orange, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Danto's office located?

    Dr. Michael Danto's Primary Practice

    280 S Main St Ste 200

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 634-4567

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    Dr. Michael Danto's Practice 2

    16300 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 511

    Irvine, CA 92618

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    What is Dr. Danto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Danto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659368777.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danto?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danto

    What is Dr. Michael Danto's specialty?

    Dr. Danto is a Physiatrist near Orange, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. Michael Danto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Danto is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Orange County Global Medical Center 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 Michael Danto accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Danto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Danto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Danto's office at (714) 634-4567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Danto?

    Please contact Dr. Danto's office at (714) 634-4567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Danto have?

    Dr. Michael Danto is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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