Dr. Akshay Vakharia, MD
Harlingen, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vakharia, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Akshay Vakharia, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Vakharia graduated from BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pain Management Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Anesthesiology St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Anesthesiology St Joseph Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMA, TMA, DCMS and ASA, TSA, DCAS. Dr. Vakharia is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakharia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakharia’s office at (512) 275-2833.
Where did Dr. Vakharia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pain Management Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Anesthesiology St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Anesthesiology St Joseph Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Joseph Mercy Hospital | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Vakharia board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Akshay Vakharia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vakharia speak?
Dr. Vakharia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vakharia typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vakharia 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. Vakharia. 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:
- 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vakharia typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Akshay Vakharia may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vakharia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vakharia accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakharia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 275-2833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vakharia accept in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Vakharia in Harlingen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vakharia's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMA, TMA, DCMS
Member
ASA, TSA, DCAS
Member
Awards
Gujarat University
Ranked among the top 10% of the medical school class
Indian National Merit Scholar
Shreyes Scholar for Academic Excellence
What is Dr. Vakharia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakharia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962467050.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakharia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakharia
What is Dr. Akshay Vakharia's specialty?
Dr. Vakharia is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Harlingen, TX.
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 this Dr. Akshay Vakharia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vakharia is affiliated with Providence Hospital - Mobile, Al, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville 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
When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akshay Vakharia accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akshay Vakharia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akshay Vakharia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakharia's office at (512) 275-2833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akshay Vakharia?
Please contact Dr. Vakharia's office at (512) 275-2833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akshay Vakharia have?
Dr. Akshay Vakharia is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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