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Dr. Tamer Ghaly, MD

Shelton, CT

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghaly, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Shelton, CT?

    Dr. Tamer Ghaly, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Shelton, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghaly is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaly’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaly’s office at (203) 755-5555.

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

    • Medical School: Faculty Of Medicine-University Of Cairo (Cairo, Egypt)

    Is Dr. Ghaly board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tamer Ghaly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ghaly speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ghaly typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ghaly 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. Ghaly. 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 and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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 - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ghaly typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ghaly 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. Ghaly. 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
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • 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)
    • 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
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    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 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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. Ghaly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ghaly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 755-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaly accept in Shelton, CT?

    Dr. Ghaly in Shelton, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ghaly's office located?

    Dr. Tamer Ghaly's Primary Practice

    2 Trap Falls Rd Ste 404

    Shelton, CT 06484

    (203) 755-5555

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    Dr. Tamer Ghaly's Practice 2

    1389 W Main St Ste 123

    Waterbury, CT 06708

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    Dr. Tamer Ghaly's Practice 3

    144 Oxford Rd

    Oxford, CT 06478

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

    Dr. Ghaly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982882239.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaly?

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

    What is Dr. Tamer Ghaly's specialty?

    Dr. Ghaly is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Shelton, CT.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Tamer Ghaly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghaly is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, Ct, Uconn John Dempsey Hospital, Uconn Health Waterbury Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Bridgeport 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Tamer Ghaly accepting new patients in Shelton, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Tamer Ghaly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamer Ghaly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ghaly's office at (203) 755-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tamer Ghaly?

    Please contact Dr. Ghaly's office at (203) 755-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamer Ghaly have?

    Dr. Tamer Ghaly is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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