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Who is Dr. Fisher, Pain Medicine Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Christopher Fisher, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (702) 320-8111.
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
- 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
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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)
Also known as:
- Cervical or Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
- Cervical nerve root block
- Thoracic nerve block with fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 64480: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, each additional 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)
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 320-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Fisher in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Culinary Health Fund
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Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
Dr. Christopher Fisher's Primary Practice
7140 Smoke Ranch Rd Ste 150
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 320-8111
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396944740.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Christopher Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Christopher Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fisher 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Fisher accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (702) 320-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (702) 320-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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