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Dr. Brian Dix, DO

Gulfport, MS

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dix, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Brian Dix, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Dix graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Dix is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dix’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dix’s office at (228) 831-0204.

    Where did Dr. Dix go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dix speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dix treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dix 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. Dix. 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 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:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy

    What procedures does Dr. Dix perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dix 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. Dix. 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
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • 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)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

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

    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:

    • Suprascapular Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Suprascapular Nerve Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
    • Shoulder Pain Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    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

    Does Dr. Dix accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dix accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 831-0204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dix accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Dix in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Dix's office located?

    Dr. Brian Dix's Primary Practice

    15190 Community Rd Ste 230A

    Gulfport, MS 39503

    (228) 831-0204

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    Dr. Brian Dix's Practice 2

    3017 13th St

    Gulfport, MS 39501

    (228) 831-0050

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

    Dr. Dix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932215464.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dix?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Dix's specialty?

    Dr. Dix is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Gulfport, MS. 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. Dix to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Dix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dix is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County 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 Brian Dix accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Dix is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Dix offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dix's office at (228) 831-0204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Dix?

    Please contact Dr. Dix's office at (228) 831-0204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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