Dr. Charles Kersten, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Germantown, MD
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kersten, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Charles Kersten, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Germantown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kersten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kersten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kersten’s office at (210) 222-1933.
What languages does Dr. Kersten speak?
Dr. Kersten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kersten typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kersten 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. Kersten. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kersten typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Kersten may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kersten's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kersten accept my insurance?
Dr. Kersten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 222-1933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kersten accept in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Kersten in Germantown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Kersten's office located?
Dr. Charles Kersten's Primary Practice
19851 Observation Dr Ste 360
Germantown, MD 20876
(210) 222-1933
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Charles Kersten?
Dr. Kersten has appointments available at his Germantown, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Kersten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kersten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013477926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kersten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kersten
What is Dr. Charles Kersten's specialty?
Dr. Kersten is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Germantown, MD.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Charles Kersten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kersten is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Calverthealth Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Riverside Regional 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
When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Charles Kersten accepting new patients in Germantown, MD?
Yes, Dr. Charles Kersten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Kersten offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kersten, or call (210) 222-1933 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Kersten?
Please contact Dr. Kersten's office at (210) 222-1933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>