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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ambai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Vats Ambai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. Dr. Ambai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ambai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ambai’s office at (706) 653-7000.
What languages does Dr. Ambai speak?
Dr. Ambai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ambai typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ambai 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. Ambai. 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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ambai typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vats Ambai may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ambai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ambai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ambai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 653-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ambai accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Ambai in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ambai's office located?
What is Dr. Ambai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ambai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407483209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ambai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ambai
What is Dr. Vats Ambai's specialty?
Dr. Ambai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Columbus, GA.
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. Vats Ambai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ambai is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center 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 Vats Ambai accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vats Ambai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vats Ambai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ambai's office at (706) 653-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vats Ambai?
Please contact Dr. Ambai's office at (706) 653-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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