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Dr. John Sloan, MD

Albuquerque, NM

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sloan, Physiatrist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. John Sloan, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Sloan graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Trauma Surgery; Univ Wa Med Ctr, General Surgery; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sloan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sloan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sloan’s office at (505) 727-4919.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Trauma Surgery; Univ Wa Med Ctr, General Surgery; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery | Stanford University School Med

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sloan board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. John Sloan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sloan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sloan treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sloan 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. Sloan. 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:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Sacral and Tailbone Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Spondylosis
    • Tailbone Arthritis
    • Degenerative Sacral Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47818: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

    What procedures does Dr. Sloan perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sloan 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. Sloan. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • 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)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Sloan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sloan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 727-4919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sloan accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Sloan in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sloan's office located?

    Dr. John Sloan's Primary Practice

    505 Elm St NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87102

    (505) 727-4919

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

    Dr. Sloan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922117019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sloan?

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

    What is Dr. John Sloan's specialty?

    Dr. Sloan is a Physiatrist near Albuquerque, NM. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Sloan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Sloan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sloan is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, CHRISTUS Health, Lovelace 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

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    Is John Sloan accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. John Sloan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Sloan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sloan's office at (505) 727-4919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Sloan?

    Please contact Dr. Sloan's office at (505) 727-4919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Sloan have?

    Dr. John Sloan is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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