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Dr. John Mak, MD

Shrewsbury, NJ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mak, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Shrewsbury, NJ?

    Dr. John Mak, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shrewsbury, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Mak graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Mak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mak’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Mak board certified in Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Mak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Mak speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mak treat?

    As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mak 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. Mak. 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
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1710: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, unspecified knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    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

    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:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed hip bursa
    • Hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7060: Trochanteric bursitis, unspecified hip

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Mak perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Mak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mak accept in Shrewsbury, NJ?

    Dr. Mak in Shrewsbury, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Braven Health

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mak's office located?

    Dr. John Mak's Primary Practice

    160 Avenue At the Cmn Ste 1

    Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

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    Dr. John Mak's Practice 2

    55 Schanck Rd Ste A

    Freehold, NJ 07728

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    Dr. John Mak's Practice 3

    413 Lakehurst Rd

    Toms River, NJ 08755

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

    Dr. Mak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417924168.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mak?

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

    What is Dr. John Mak's specialty?

    Dr. Mak is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Shrewsbury, NJ. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Mak to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Mak is affiliated with Centrastate Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Mak accepting new patients in Shrewsbury, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. John Mak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Mak?

    Please contact Dr. Mak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Mak have?

    Dr. John Mak is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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