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Dr. Sena Kihtir, MD

Saint Paul, MN

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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 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kihtir typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kihtir typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve

    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:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    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. 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 Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

    1285 Nininger Rd Ste 202

    Hastings, MN 55033

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    Dr. Sena Kihtir's Practice 3

    2925 Chicago Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55407

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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.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kihtir is affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. Explore 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 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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