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Dr. Alafuro Oruene, MD
Las Vegas, NV
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oruene, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Alafuro Oruene, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Oruene graduated from College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A. Dr. Oruene is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oruene’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oruene’s office at (702) 310-9110.
Where did Dr. Oruene go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: University of Lagos / College of Medicine | College Of Medicine | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Oruene board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alafuro Oruene, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Oruene speak?
Dr. Oruene and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oruene typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oruene 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. Oruene. 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
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
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
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oruene typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oruene 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. Oruene. 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 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 Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Oruene accept my insurance?
Dr. Oruene accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 310-9110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oruene accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Oruene in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Oruene's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Oruene affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Oruene has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Mountainview Hospital,Las Vegas, NV
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Mountainview Hospital,Las Vegas, NV
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center,Las Vegas, NVRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center,Las Vegas, NV
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Henderson Hospital,Henderson, NVRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Henderson Hospital,Henderson, NV
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
North Vista Hospital,North Las Vegas, NV
North Vista Hospital,North Las Vegas, NV
Henderson Hospital,Henderson, NV
Henderson Hospital,Henderson, NV
University Medical Center,Las Vegas, NV
University Medical Center,Las Vegas, NV
What is Dr. Oruene's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oruene's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649230491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oruene?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oruene
What is Dr. Alafuro Oruene's specialty?
Dr. Oruene is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Alafuro Oruene affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oruene is affiliated with Mountainview Hospital, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Henderson 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 Dr. Alafuro Oruene accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Alafuro Oruene is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alafuro Oruene offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oruene's office at (702) 310-9110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alafuro Oruene?
Please contact Dr. Oruene's office at (702) 310-9110 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Oruene's office located?
Dr. Oruene's office is located in Las Vegas, NV.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alafuro Oruene have?
Dr. Alafuro Oruene is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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