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Dr. Gerson Criste, MD

Carbondale, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Criste, Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Carbondale, IL?

    Dr. Gerson Criste, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Criste is fluent in English, Filipino, and Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Criste’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Criste’s office at (618) 351-4972.

    What languages does Dr. Criste speak?

    Dr. Criste and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Filipino

    • Pilipino

    What conditions does Dr. Criste treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Criste 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. Criste. 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:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck and Upper Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervicothoracic Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Spine Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck and Upper Back
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M4723: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome
    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Which procedures does Dr. Criste perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerson Criste may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Criste's office.

    Does Dr. Criste accept my insurance?

    Dr. Criste accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 351-4972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Criste accept in Carbondale, IL?

    Dr. Criste in Carbondale, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Criste's office located?

    Dr. Gerson Criste's Primary Practice

    305 W Jackson St Ste 103

    Carbondale, IL 62901

    (618) 351-4972

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    Dr. Gerson Criste's Practice 2

    326 E Main St

    West Frankfort, IL 62896

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    Dr. Gerson Criste's Practice 3

    1104 W Main St

    Benton, IL 62812

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    What is Dr. Criste's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Criste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265698260.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Criste?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Criste

    What is Dr. Gerson Criste's specialty?

    Dr. Criste is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Carbondale, IL. A neurologist, child neurologist, or psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with acute, chronic, or cancer-related pain provides expert treatment in both hospital and outpatient settings. Serving as either a primary physician or consultant, they deliver comprehensive care, often coordinating with other specialists to address the complex needs of these patients. Contact Dr. Criste to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerson Criste affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Criste is affiliated with Herrin 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?

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    Is Gerson Criste accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Gerson Criste is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerson Criste offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Criste's office at (618) 351-4972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerson Criste?

    Please contact Dr. Criste's office at (618) 351-4972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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