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Who is Dr. Andima, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. Laura Andima, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Roxbury, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Andima graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Andima is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andima’s office at (617) 323-7700.
Where did Dr. Andima go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Andima board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Andima, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Andima speak?
Dr. Andima and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Andima typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Andima 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. Andima. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Andima typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Andima 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. Andima. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Andima accept my insurance?
Dr. Andima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 323-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andima accept in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. Andima in West Roxbury, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Andima's office located?
What is Dr. Andima's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841467644.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andima?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andima
What is Dr. Laura Andima's specialty?
Dr. Andima is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near West Roxbury, MA.
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. Laura Andima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andima is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Concord Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Andima accepting new patients in West Roxbury, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Andima is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Andima offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andima's office at (617) 323-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Andima?
Please contact Dr. Andima's office at (617) 323-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Andima have?
Dr. Laura Andima is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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