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Dr. Andrew Thio, MD

Murrieta, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thio, Anesthesiologist in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Thio, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Thio graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thio is fluent in English and Indonesian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thio’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thio’s office at (951) 600-7702.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Uc-Irvine Med Ctr | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thio board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Thio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Thio speak?

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

    • English

    • Indonesian

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thio typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thio 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. Thio. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Degenerative Lumbosacral Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47897: Other spondylosis, 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:

    • 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thio typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thio 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. Thio. 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 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 Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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 Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Thio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 600-7702 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thio accept in Murrieta, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Thio's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Thio's Primary Practice

    41670 Ivy St Ste B

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (951) 600-7702

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

    Dr. Thio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356310957.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thio?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Thio's specialty?

    Dr. Thio is a Anesthesiologist near Murrieta, 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. Andrew Thio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thio is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital, Tri-City 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 Andrew Thio accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Thio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Thio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thio's office at (951) 600-7702 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Thio?

    Please contact Dr. Thio's office at (951) 600-7702 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Thio have?

    Dr. Andrew Thio is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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