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Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger, MD, PHD

Saint Joseph, MO

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zeltwanger, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Saint Joseph, MO?

    Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger, MD, PHD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Zeltwanger is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zeltwanger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zeltwanger’s office at (816) 271-6518.

    Is Dr. Zeltwanger board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Zeltwanger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zeltwanger treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Zeltwanger 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. Zeltwanger. 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 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    What procedures does Dr. Zeltwanger perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Zeltwanger 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. Zeltwanger. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • 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:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 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)
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Does Dr. Zeltwanger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zeltwanger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 271-6518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zeltwanger accept in Saint Joseph, MO?

    Dr. Zeltwanger in Saint Joseph, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Zeltwanger's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger's Primary Practice

    802 N Riverside Rd Ste 100

    Saint Joseph, MO 64507

    (816) 271-6518

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    Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger's Practice 2

    705 N College St

    Albany, MO 64402

    (816) 271-6518

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    Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger's Practice 3

    2703 Running Horse Rd

    Platte City, MO 64079

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

    Dr. Zeltwanger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427266899.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zeltwanger?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger's specialty?

    Dr. Zeltwanger is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Saint Joseph, MO. 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. Zeltwanger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zeltwanger is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Medical Center 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 - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Shawn Zeltwanger accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MO?

    No, Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zeltwanger's office at (816) 271-6518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shawn Zeltwanger?

    Please contact Dr. Zeltwanger's office at (816) 271-6518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger have?

    Dr. Shawn Zeltwanger is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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