Dr. Thomas Pontinen, MD
Franklin Park, IL
Who is Dr. Pontinen, Anesthesiologist in Franklin Park, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pontinen?
Dr. Thomas Pontinen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pontinen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Pain Management, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Franklin Park, IL community, Dr. Pontinen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Pontinen speak?
Dr. Pontinen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Polish
- Russian
- Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pontinen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pontinen 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. Pontinen. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pontinen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pontinen 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. Pontinen. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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. Pontinen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pontinen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 699-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pontinen accept in Franklin Park, IL?
Dr. Pontinen in Franklin Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pontinen's office located?
Dr. Thomas Pontinen's Primary Practice
3545 Rose St
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 699-0800
What is Dr. Pontinen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pontinen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467617514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pontinen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pontinen