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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palencia, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Arturo Palencia, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Palencia completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Palencia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palencia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palencia’s office at (661) 665-7880.
Where did Dr. Palencia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | L a Co Usc Med Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
What languages does Dr. Palencia speak?
Dr. Palencia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Palencia treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Palencia 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. Palencia. 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
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 Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Which procedures does Dr. Palencia perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Arturo Palencia may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palencia's office.
Does Dr. Palencia accept my insurance?
Dr. Palencia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 665-7880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palencia accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Palencia in Bakersfield, 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
Department of Veterans Affairs
GEMCare
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Palencia's office located?
Dr. Arturo Palencia's Primary Practice
9802 Stockdale Hwy Ste 105
Bakersfield, CA 93311
(661) 665-7880
What is Dr. Palencia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palencia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104890151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palencia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palencia
What is Dr. Arturo Palencia's specialty?
Dr. Palencia is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Bakersfield, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Palencia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arturo Palencia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palencia is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center 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 Arturo Palencia accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arturo Palencia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arturo Palencia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palencia's office at (661) 665-7880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arturo Palencia?
Please contact Dr. Palencia's office at (661) 665-7880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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