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Dr. Antonio Poto, DO
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
,Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poto, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. Antonio Poto, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Poto graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Poto is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poto’s office at (772) 446-4883.
Where did Dr. Poto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Oste | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Poto board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Antonio Poto, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Poto speak?
Dr. Poto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Poto typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Poto 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. Poto. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Poto typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Poto 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. Poto. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal 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
- 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
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 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)
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:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Does Dr. Poto accept my insurance?
Dr. Poto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 446-4883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poto accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. Poto in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Poto's office located?
Dr. Antonio Poto's Primary Practice
266 NW Peacock Blvd Ste 205
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 446-4883
What is Dr. Poto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982875621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poto
What is Dr. Antonio Poto's specialty?
Dr. Poto is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Port Saint Lucie, FL.
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. Antonio Poto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poto is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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
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Is Antonio Poto accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Antonio Poto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Antonio Poto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poto's office at (772) 446-4883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Antonio Poto?
Please contact Dr. Poto's office at (772) 446-4883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Antonio Poto have?
Dr. Antonio Poto is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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