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Dr. Hector Pacheco, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Murrieta, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pacheco, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Hector Pacheco, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pacheco completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pacheco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pacheco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pacheco’s office at (915) 231-6769.

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

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Pacheco board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Pacheco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pacheco speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Pacheco 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. Pacheco. 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 and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Unequal Limb Length
    • Bone Disease
    • Limb Length Discrepancy
    • Leg Length Inequality
    • Arm Length Difference

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Pacheco 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. Pacheco. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Decompression
    • Spinal stenosis surgery
    • Lumbar decompression surgery
    • Laminectomy for nerve pressure
    • Spinal cord decompression

    CPT Codes:

    • 63005: Laminectomy with exploration and/or decompression of spinal cord and/or cauda equina, without facetectomy, foraminotomy or discectomy (eg, spinal stenosis), 1 or 2 vertebral segments; lumbar, except for spondylolisthesis

    Does Dr. Pacheco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pacheco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 231-6769 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pacheco 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

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pacheco's office located?

    Dr. Hector Pacheco's Primary Practice

    25150 Hancock Ave Ste 200

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (915) 231-6769

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pacheco affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Pacheco has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta,Murrieta, CA
    Menifee Global Medical Center,Sun City, CA

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

    Dr. Pacheco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811957327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pacheco?

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

    What is Dr. Hector Pacheco's specialty?

    Dr. Pacheco is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Murrieta, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

    Is Dr. Hector Pacheco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pacheco is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital 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 Dr. Hector Pacheco accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Pacheco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Pacheco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pacheco's office at (915) 231-6769 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hector Pacheco?

    Please contact Dr. Pacheco's office at (915) 231-6769 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pacheco's office located?

    Dr. Pacheco's office is located in Murrieta, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Pacheco have?

    Dr. Hector Pacheco is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.