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Who is Dr. Cardinale, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Joseph Cardinale, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lewes, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cardinale graduated from UMDNJ-ROBT W JOHNSON MED SCH. Dr. Cardinale is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardinale’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardinale’s office at (516) 302-8180.
Where did Dr. Cardinale go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medic | UMDNJ-ROBT W JOHNSON MED SCH
Is Dr. Cardinale board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Cardinale, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Cardinale speak?
Dr. Cardinale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cardinale typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cardinale 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. Cardinale. 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cardinale typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cardinale 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. Cardinale. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
- 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)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
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)
Does Dr. Cardinale accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardinale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 302-8180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardinale accept in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Cardinale in Lewes, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cardinale's office located?
Dr. Joseph Cardinale's Primary Practice
12100 Black Swan Dr Ste 101
Lewes, DE 19958
(516) 302-8180
What is Dr. Cardinale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardinale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093980625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardinale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardinale
What is Dr. Joseph Cardinale's specialty?
Dr. Cardinale is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Lewes, DE.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Joseph Cardinale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardinale is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Wilmington Hospital 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 Joseph Cardinale accepting new patients in Lewes, DE?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Cardinale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Cardinale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardinale's office at (516) 302-8180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Cardinale?
Please contact Dr. Cardinale's office at (516) 302-8180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Cardinale have?
Dr. Joseph Cardinale is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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