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Dr. Philip Yuan, MD

Long Beach, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yuan, Specialist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Philip Yuan, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Yuan graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Yuan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yuan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yuan’s office at (562) 424-2706.

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

    • Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Yuan board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Yuan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Yuan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Yuan treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Yuan 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. Yuan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Yuan perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Yuan 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. Yuan. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • 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)

    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

    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:

    • 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)

    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

    Does Dr. Yuan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yuan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 424-2706 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yuan accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Yuan in Long Beach, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yuan's office located?

    Dr. Philip Yuan's Primary Practice

    2760 Atlantic Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (562) 424-2706

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

    Dr. Yuan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821077595.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yuan?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Yuan's specialty?

    Dr. Yuan is a Specialist near Long Beach, CA. Contact Dr. Yuan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Yuan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yuan is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, UCI 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Philip Yuan accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Yuan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Yuan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yuan's office at (562) 424-2706 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Yuan?

    Please contact Dr. Yuan's office at (562) 424-2706 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Yuan have?

    Dr. Philip Yuan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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