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28 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Overmyer, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Kent Overmyer, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Overmyer graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pain Management; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Overmyer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Overmyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Overmyer’s office at (228) 831-0204.
Where did Dr. Overmyer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pain Management; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Internal Medicine | Clarian Indiana University Hospital | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Overmyer board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kent Overmyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Overmyer speak?
Dr. Overmyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Overmyer typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Overmyer 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. Overmyer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Overmyer typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Overmyer 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. Overmyer. 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 here.
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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Overmyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Overmyer 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. Overmyer accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Overmyer in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
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Where is Dr. Overmyer's office located?
Dr. Kent Overmyer's Primary Practice
15190 Community Rd Ste 230B
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 831-0204
What is Dr. Overmyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Overmyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821104365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Overmyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Overmyer
What is Dr. Kent Overmyer's specialty?
Dr. Overmyer is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Gulfport, MS.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kent Overmyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Overmyer is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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
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Is Kent Overmyer accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Kent Overmyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Overmyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Overmyer's office at (228) 831-0204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Overmyer?
Please contact Dr. Overmyer's office at (228) 831-0204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Overmyer have?
Dr. Kent Overmyer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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