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Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD
Alexandria, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Firmin, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Firmin graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Firmin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Firmin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Firmin’s office at (318) 473-9267.
Where did Dr. Firmin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Firmin board certified in Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Firmin speak?
Dr. Firmin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Firmin treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Firmin 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. Firmin. 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.
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
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
- 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
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:
- 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar 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
Which procedures does Dr. Firmin perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melanie Firmin may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Firmin's office.
Does Dr. Firmin accept my insurance?
Dr. Firmin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 473-9267 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Firmin accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Firmin in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Firmin's office located?
Dr. Melanie Firmin's Primary Practice
651 N Bolton Ave
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 473-9267
Dr. Melanie Firmin's Practice 3
212 Pecan Park Ave Ste C
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 473-9267
What is Dr. Firmin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Firmin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265425482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Firmin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Firmin
What is Dr. Melanie Firmin's specialty?
Dr. Firmin is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Firmin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Firmin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Firmin is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melanie Firmin accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Firmin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Firmin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Firmin's office at (318) 473-9267 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Firmin?
Please contact Dr. Firmin's office at (318) 473-9267 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Firmin have?
Dr. Melanie Firmin is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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