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Who is Dr. Lakkimsetty, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Venkata Lakkimsetty, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lakkimsetty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakkimsetty’s office at (706) 733-0188.
What languages does Dr. Lakkimsetty speak?
Dr. Lakkimsetty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Lakkimsetty typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lakkimsetty 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. Lakkimsetty. 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Lakkimsetty typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lakkimsetty 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. Lakkimsetty. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
- 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 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)
Does Dr. Lakkimsetty accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Lakkimsetty's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Lakkimsetty's office located?
What is Dr. Lakkimsetty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakkimsetty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679781793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakkimsetty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakkimsetty
What is Dr. Venkata Lakkimsetty's specialty?
Dr. Lakkimsetty is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Augusta, GA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Venkata Lakkimsetty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lakkimsetty 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 Venkata Lakkimsetty accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Lakkimsetty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Lakkimsetty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakkimsetty's office at (706) 733-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Lakkimsetty?
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