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Dr. Mahendra Gunapooti, MD
Florissant, MO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunapooti, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Florissant, MO?
Dr. Mahendra Gunapooti, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Florissant, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gunapooti completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Gunapooti is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunapooti’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunapooti’s office.
Where did Dr. Gunapooti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
What languages does Dr. Gunapooti speak?
Dr. Gunapooti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gunapooti typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gunapooti 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. Gunapooti. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Degenerative Basal Ganglia Disease
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Basal Ganglia Degeneration
- Movement Disorder Brain Disease
- Neurodegenerative Basal Ganglia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G238: Other specified degenerative diseases of basal ganglia
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gunapooti typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gunapooti 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. Gunapooti. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- 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
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
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)
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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Gunapooti accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunapooti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunapooti accept in Florissant, MO?
Dr. Gunapooti in Florissant, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gunapooti's office located?
What is Dr. Gunapooti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunapooti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114034931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunapooti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunapooti
What is Dr. Mahendra Gunapooti's specialty?
Dr. Gunapooti is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Florissant, MO.
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. Mahendra Gunapooti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunapooti is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Christian Hospital, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles 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 Mahendra Gunapooti accepting new patients in Florissant, MO?
Yes, Dr. Mahendra Gunapooti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahendra Gunapooti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunapooti's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahendra Gunapooti?
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