Dr. Jonathan Kost, MD
West Hartford, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kost, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in West Hartford, CT?
Dr. Jonathan Kost, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Hartford, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kost completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Pain Management; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kost is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kost’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kost’s office at (860) 696-2840.
Where did Dr. Kost go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Pain Management; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery | Beth Israel Med Center
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kost board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Kost, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kost speak?
Dr. Kost and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kost typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kost 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. Kost. 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Drug Addiction
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Substance Dependence
- Drug Abuse
- Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1920: Other psychoactive substance dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kost typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kost 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. Kost. 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/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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 Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
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
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Kost accept my insurance?
Dr. Kost accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 696-2840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kost accept in West Hartford, CT?
Dr. Kost in West Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Kost's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Kost's Primary Practice
65 Memorial Rd Ste 435
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 696-2840
What is Dr. Kost's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346274792.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kost?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kost
What is Dr. Jonathan Kost's specialty?
Dr. Kost is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near West Hartford, CT.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Jonathan Kost affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kost is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Norwalk Hospital 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 Jonathan Kost accepting new patients in West Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Kost is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Kost offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (860) 696-2840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Kost?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (860) 696-2840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Kost have?
Dr. Jonathan Kost is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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