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Dr. James Choo, MD

Knoxville, TN

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    Who is Dr. Choo, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. James Choo, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Choo graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Choo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choo’s office at (865) 579-0552.

    Where did Dr. Choo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Choo board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Choo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Choo speak?

    Dr. Choo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Choo treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Choo 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. Choo. 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.

    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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pain Disorder with Psychological Factors
    • Mental Disorder
    • Pain
    • Psychogenic Pain
    • Chronic Pain with Mental Health Issues
    • Stress-Related Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4542: Pain disorder with related psychological factors

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy

    Also known as:

    • Back Muscle Spasm
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Back Muscle Cramp
    • Spasms in Back
    • Lower Back Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62830: Muscle spasm of back

    Which procedures does Dr. Choo perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Choo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 579-0552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choo accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Choo in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Choo's office located?

    Dr. James Choo's Primary Practice

    1540 Member Ln Ste 100

    Knoxville, TN 37909

    (865) 579-0552

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    Dr. James Choo's Practice 2

    575 Oak Ridge Tpke Ste 110

    Oak Ridge, TN 37830

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    Dr. James Choo's Practice 3

    1128 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 100

    Knoxville, TN 37909

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    What is Dr. Choo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Choo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396935227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choo

    What is Dr. James Choo's specialty?

    Dr. Choo is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Knoxville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Choo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Choo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Choo 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Choo accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. James Choo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Choo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choo's office at (865) 579-0552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Choo?

    Please contact Dr. Choo's office at (865) 579-0552 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Choo have?

    Dr. James Choo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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