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Dr. Vikram Talwar, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

Danville, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Talwar, Orthopedic Surgeon in Danville, CA?

    Dr. Vikram Talwar, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Danville, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Talwar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talwar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talwar’s office at (925) 275-0700.

    What languages does Dr. Talwar speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Talwar typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Talwar 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. Talwar. 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
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Talwar typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Talwar 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. Talwar. 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    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:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Talwar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Talwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 275-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Talwar accept in Danville, CA?

    Dr. Talwar in Danville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Talwar's office located?

    Dr. Vikram Talwar's Primary Practice

    1320 El Capitan Dr Ste 200

    Danville, CA 94526

    (925) 275-0700

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    Dr. Vikram Talwar's Practice 2

    39350 Civic Center Dr Ste 300

    Fremont, CA 94538

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

    Dr. Talwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164499901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talwar?

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

    What is Dr. Vikram Talwar's specialty?

    Dr. Talwar is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Danville, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Vikram Talwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Talwar is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Sutter Delta 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 Dr. Vikram Talwar accepting new patients in Danville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Talwar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikram Talwar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Talwar's office at (925) 275-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikram Talwar?

    Please contact Dr. Talwar's office at (925) 275-0700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Talwar's office located?

    Dr. Talwar's offices are located in Danville, CA and Fremont, CA.