27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rink, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Christopher Rink, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Rink graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Rink is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rink’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rink’s office at (309) 661-6250.
Where did Dr. Rink go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Rink board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Rink, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Rink speak?
Dr. Rink and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rink treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Rink 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. Rink. 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:
- 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or 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 Dr. Rink perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Rink 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. Rink. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Rink accept my insurance?
Dr. Rink accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 661-6250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rink accept in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Rink in Bloomington, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Rink's office located?
Dr. Christopher Rink's Primary Practice
1701 E College Ave
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 661-6250
What is Dr. Rink's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rink's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063521169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rink?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rink
What is Dr. Christopher Rink's specialty?
Dr. Rink is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Bloomington, IL. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Rink to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Rink affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rink is affiliated with OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center, OSF HealthCare Saint Francis 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 Christopher Rink accepting new patients in Bloomington, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Rink is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Rink offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rink's office at (309) 661-6250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Rink?
Please contact Dr. Rink's office at (309) 661-6250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Rink have?
Dr. Christopher Rink is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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