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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jefferson, Anesthesiologist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Michael Jefferson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Jefferson completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Jefferson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jefferson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jefferson’s office at (818) 409-8000.
Where did Dr. Jefferson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Jefferson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Jefferson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Jefferson speak?
Dr. Jefferson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Jefferson typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Jefferson 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. Jefferson. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Lower limb pain
- Leg discomfort
- Aching leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Jefferson typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Jefferson 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. Jefferson. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Jefferson accept my insurance?
Dr. Jefferson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 409-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jefferson accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Jefferson in Van Nuys, 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 Corporation
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jefferson's office located?
Dr. Michael Jefferson's Primary Practice
7400 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 111
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 409-8000
What is Dr. Jefferson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jefferson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689649469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jefferson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jefferson
What is Dr. Michael Jefferson's specialty?
Dr. Jefferson is a Anesthesiologist near Van Nuys, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Michael Jefferson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jefferson is affiliated with Los Robles Regional 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 Michael Jefferson accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Jefferson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Jefferson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jefferson's office at (818) 409-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Jefferson?
Please contact Dr. Jefferson's office at (818) 409-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Jefferson have?
Dr. Michael Jefferson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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