staff 001Rheumatologists are internists or pediatricians who have additional Fellowship training in rheumatology. They specialize in the treatment of arthritis, musculoskeletal pain disorders, autoimmune diseases and osteoporosis.

At the Northern California Arthritis Center we have made every effort to customize our facility to the unique needs of our patients. We provide a comfortable and efficient infusion suite, extremity MRI and state-of-the-art bone density testing for osteoporosis. Our numerous on-site services allow us to assess your condition quickly and minimize visits to other sites for testing.

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Rheumatologists are internists or pediatricians who have additional Fellowship training in rheumatology.   They  specialize in  the treatment of  arthritis, musculoskeletal pain disorders, autoimmune diseases and osteoporosis.  There are more than 200 types of these diseases, some of which are listed below:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Vasculitis
  • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JRA)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Sjogrens
  • Raynaud’s Phenomenon
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Scleroderma
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Myositis (muscle diseases)


Rheumatologists are also experts in the diagnosis and treatment of :

  • Back pain
  • Neck pain
  • Bursitis / tendonitis of shoulders, hips, knees
  • Medial / lateral epicondylitis (“golfers”/ “tennis” elbow) 

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Walnut Creek

120 La Casa Via, Suite 204
Walnut Creek, CA  94598

Open Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Tel. 925.210.1050
Fax: 925.210.1082

San Ramon

5201 Norris Canyon Road, Suite 305
San Ramon, CA  94583

Open Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Tel. 925.867.9090
Fax: 925.867.2787


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Barbara Del Prado
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Tel. 925.210.1050 ext. 20


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Convenient, On-Site Services

At the Northern California Arthritis Center we have made every effort to customize our facility to the unique needs of our patients.  We provide a comfortable and efficient infusion suite, extremity MRI and state-of-the-art bone density testing for osteoporosis.  Our numerous on-site services allow us to assess your condition quickly and minimize visits to other sites for testing.

Infusion Therapy: The recent introduction of new infusion therapies into the field of rheumatology has revolutionized the treatment of many types of arthritis, autoimmune illness, and osteoporosis.  If your condition requires an intravenous medication, you will appreciate our efficient and comfortable infusion suite.  During your treatment you will be cared for by our well-trained and highly experienced team of infusion nurses.  Also, our on-site facility ensures that there is always a physician close by.

Bone Densitometry (DXA):: We utilize the latest technology for bone testing, both to identify patients at risk for osteoporosis and to monitor effects of treatment.  The DXA scans are interpreted by physicians who are Certified Clinical Densitometrists.


MRI: Imaging studies are frequently used in the evaluation of joint pain.  Joint pain arises from damage to bone, cartilage, ligaments and tendons.  Changes in bone can be assessed by x-rays.  However, the other structures are best visualized by MRI.  The center has a dedicated extremity MRI scanner for detailed evaluation of joint disease.  The scans are interpreted by radiologists  specializing in musculoskeletal radiology .

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At your initial visit, please come prepared with a complete list of medications you are taking, your current condition/complaint and copies of any labs, xrays, or other studies which have been taken prior to your visit. 

At each subsequent visit, you will be asked to update us on any changes in your condition or medication list. Please also remember to inform the physician/staff of any changes in your address, phone number, insurance coverage, or primary care physician.

New Patient Information - Download Forms

  • Patient Information Sheet  (Download)
  • Records Release Form (Download)
  • Medical History & Physical Form (Download)
  • NCAC Legal Notice / New Patient Welcoming Letter (Download)

Most health plans require the primary care physician (PCP) to provide a written referral or authorization prior to sending a patient to a specialist. If your health plan has this requirement, it will be your responsibility to ensure that a current authorization/referral is on record prior to your appointment.
 
Please be advised that if we do not have a current authorization/referral at the time of your scheduled appointment, we will be unable to provide treatment.

The phone number for the billing department is (925) 210-1050 ext. 26 or ext 28. If you have any questions regarding our charges and/or payment requirements, please feel free to contact us.

If you have been prescribed medication(s) by one of our physicians and you are in need of a refill, please call your pharmacy and they will fax us a refill authorization request. Please allow 48 hours.

Policy

We ask our patients to monitor their prescription medication closely and to assess supplies before each office visit.  We request that patients get their medications refilled at the time of their appointment or when necessary to call a prescription in to their pharmacy several days in advance of running out of the medication.

Refills of pain medications cannot be authorized on weekends.

Most health plans require that you obtain your laboratory studies from a contracted facility. We will assist you in any way that we can but because each plan varies, you need to know where you are required to have any tests performed. If you are not sure which facility is contracted with your health plan, please contact your member service representative. If you go to an out-of-network facility, it could result in a higher cost to you.

Regarding your test results, please allow 2 to 3 working days for the results of your test(s) to be sent to our office and reviewed by the physician. If there are any significant findings, the physician/nurse will contact you and give you any instruction that is required. Test results which are within normal limits will not be reported to you, however, we invite you to discuss all of the findings at your next appointment with the physician.

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Walnut Creek Office

Walnut Creek Office
120 La Casa Via, Suite 204, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Tel. 925-210-1050

San Ramon Office

San Ramon Office
5201 Norris Canyon Road, Suite 305, San Ramon CA 94583
Tel. 925-867-9090

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