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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fakhre, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Edward Fakhre, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fakhre is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fakhre’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fakhre’s office at (202) 444-0272.
What languages does Dr. Fakhre speak?
Dr. Fakhre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fakhre typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fakhre 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. Fakhre. 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:
- 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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 an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fakhre typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fakhre 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. Fakhre. 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
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- 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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Fakhre accept my insurance?
Dr. Fakhre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-0272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fakhre accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Fakhre in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fakhre's office located?
What is Dr. Fakhre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fakhre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295295830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fakhre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fakhre
What is Dr. Edward Fakhre's specialty?
Dr. Fakhre is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Edward Fakhre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fakhre is affiliated with Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Memorial Health, Upmc Washington, Candler 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 Edward Fakhre accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Fakhre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Fakhre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fakhre's office at (202) 444-0272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Fakhre?
Please contact Dr. Fakhre's office at (202) 444-0272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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