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Who is Dr. Gitarts, Physiatrist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Steven Gitarts is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Gitarts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gitarts’s office at (205) 838-3900.
What languages does Dr. Gitarts speak?
Dr. Gitarts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gitarts typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gitarts 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. Gitarts. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck and Upper Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck/Upper Back with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck/Upper Back
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain in Neck/Upper Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5013: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gitarts typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gitarts 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. Gitarts. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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. Gitarts accept my insurance?
Dr. Gitarts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 838-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gitarts accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Gitarts in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Gitarts' office located?
Dr. Steven Gitarts' Primary Practice
1801 Gadsden Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 838-3900
What is Dr. Gitarts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gitarts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245790500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gitarts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gitarts
What is Dr. Steven Gitarts's specialty?
Dr. Gitarts is a Physiatrist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Steven Gitarts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gitarts is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Steven Gitarts accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Steven Gitarts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Gitarts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gitarts's office at (205) 838-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Gitarts?
Please contact Dr. Gitarts's office at (205) 838-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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