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Dr. Sena Kihtir, MD

Saint Paul, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kihtir, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Sena Kihtir, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kihtir is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kihtir’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kihtir’s office at (651) 241-7246.

    Is Dr. Kihtir board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sena Kihtir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kihtir speak?

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

    • English

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Kihtir treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kihtir 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. Kihtir. 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

    • 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 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:

    • 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. Kihtir perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kihtir 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. Kihtir. 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • 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)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal 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)
    • 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
    • Stellate Ganglion Nerve Block
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection
    • Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Cervical Sympathetic Block
    • Stellate Ganglion Injection
    • Nerve Block for Pain
    • Sympathetic Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
    • 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)
    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
    • 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)
    • 64510: Injection, anesthetic agent; stellate ganglion (cervical sympathetic)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block
    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
    • Sympathetic Nerve Block (Back)
    • Paravertebral Sympathetic Injection
    • Lower Back Nerve Block for Pain
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
    • Trigeminal Nerve Injection
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Ophthalmic Nerve Block
    • Maxillary Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
    • 64520: Injection, anesthetic agent; lumbar or thoracic (paravertebral sympathetic)
    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
    • Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Knee Nerve Ablation
    • Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
    • Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain
    • Rib Nerve Block
    • Chest Wall Nerve Injection
    • Intercostal Pain Injection
    • Thoracic Nerve Block
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
    • Cervical Facet Denervation
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
    • Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
    • Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
    • Spine Nerve Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
    • Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Block
    • Epidural neurostimulator placement
    • Percutaneous spinal stimulator
    • SCS implant
    • Groin Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Injection
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
    • 64425: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric nerves

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
    • Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity

    CPT Codes:

    • 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
    • Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
    • Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
    • Botox for Trunk Muscles

    CPT Codes:

    • 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)

    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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Biofeedback Training
    • Biofeedback Therapy
    • Mind-Body Training
    • Physiological Feedback

    CPT Codes:

    • 90901: Biofeedback training by any modality

    Also known as:

    • Electroacupuncture
    • Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
    • E-Stim Acupuncture
    • Needle Therapy with Electricity
    • Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
    • Acupuncture for Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
    • 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Does Dr. Kihtir accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kihtir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 241-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kihtir accept in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Kihtir in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Patriot Coal Corporation

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kihtir's office located?

    Dr. Sena Kihtir's Primary Practice

    255 Smith Ave N Ste 100

    Saint Paul, MN 55102

    (651) 241-7246

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    Dr. Sena Kihtir's Practice 2

    2925 Chicago Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55407

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    Dr. Sena Kihtir's Practice 3

    1285 Nininger Rd Ste 202

    Hastings, MN 55033

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

    Dr. Kihtir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053422097.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kihtir?

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

    What is Dr. Sena Kihtir's specialty?

    Dr. Kihtir is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Saint Paul, MN. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Kihtir to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sena Kihtir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kihtir is affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, MN 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 Sena Kihtir accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Sena Kihtir is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sena Kihtir offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kihtir's office at (651) 241-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sena Kihtir?

    Please contact Dr. Kihtir's office at (651) 241-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sena Kihtir have?

    Dr. Sena Kihtir is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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