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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahern, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Patrick Ahern, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahern’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahern’s office at (210) 804-5400.
What languages does Dr. Ahern speak?
Dr. Ahern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ahern treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ahern 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. Ahern. 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:
- 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:
- 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 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:
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
What procedures does Dr. Ahern perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ahern 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. Ahern. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
Does Dr. Ahern accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 804-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahern accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ahern in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahern's office located?
Dr. Patrick Ahern's Primary Practice
19138 US Highway 281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 804-5400
What is Dr. Ahern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154883072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahern
What is Dr. Patrick Ahern's specialty?
Dr. Ahern is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Ahern to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Ahern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahern is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Resolute Baptist Hospital, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Patrick Ahern accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Ahern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Ahern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahern's office at (210) 804-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Ahern?
Please contact Dr. Ahern's office at (210) 804-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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